How to travel from Lucknow to Amritsar, India

The distance between Lucknow and Amritsar is around 850km (528 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Lucknow to Amritsar by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out AmritsarLucknow if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Lucknow (LKO) to Amritsar (ATQ).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    ₹6,445($81)
Operated by

Air India Limited

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train
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Train

Take the train to Amritsar Jn.

  • Duration16h 50m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₹480($6)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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3 x bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Kaushambi then Chandigarh and then to Amritsar.

  • Duration20h 10m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₹3,345($42)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Amritsar.

  • Duration12h 25m
  • Distance1,002km (623 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lucknow and Amritsar

There are several options for getting from Lucknow to Amritsar by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹480 ($6) and will take around 16h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹6,445 ($81).

The distance between Lucknow and Amritsar is around 850km (528 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 794km (493 miles)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Lucknow and Amritsar by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lucknow to Amritsar is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx ₹6,445 ($81).

The cheapest way to travel between Lucknow and Amritsar, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹480 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Lucknow and Amritsar. It typically takes around 16h 50m and departs 4 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Lucknow and Amritsar with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a day and takes 16h 50m.

Indian Railways run train services between Lucknow and Amritsar. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 16h 50m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Lucknow and Amritsar. It typically takes around 20h 10m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Lucknow to Amritsar. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Kaushambi, ISBT Maharana Pratap Bus Terminal and Chandigarh. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 20h 10m.

UPSRTC and CTU run regular bus services between Lucknow and Amritsar. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 20h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Lucknow and Amritsar. Flights depart from Lucknow (LKO) and arrive at Amritsar (ATQ) - via Delhi (DEL). The flight takes around 1h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Lucknow to Amritsar. There is however a flight that goes via Delhi (DEL). This services will take at least 2h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Lucknow to Amritsar typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Lucknow (LKO) and and arrive into Amritsar (ATQ).

The closest major airport to Amritsar is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) (ATQ) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Amritsar. Satwari Airport (IXJ) (IXJ) and Gaggal Airport (DHM) (DHM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Lucknow and Amritsar. The distance is around 1,002km (623 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lucknow to Amritsar is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around ₹6,445 ($81).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Lucknow and Amritsar

Transport options from Lucknow to Amritsar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 20m
₹6,445($81)
on demand861km (535 miles)
Train
16h 50m
₹480($6)
4 times a day850km (528 miles)
Bus
20h 10m
₹3,345($42)
5 times a day1,011km (628 miles)
Drive
12h 25m
₹8,120($100)
on demand1,002km (623 miles)

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Airports near Amritsar

The following major airports near Amritsar offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.

ATQ
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Amritsar
IXJ
Satwari Airport (IXJ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
116km (72 miles) from Amritsar
DHM
Gaggal Airport (DHM)
Domestic Airport
Distance
144km (89 miles) from Amritsar