How to travel from Lucknow to Bhagalpur, India

The distance between Lucknow and Bhagalpur is around 680km (422 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 6hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Lucknow to Bhagalpur by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Lucknow (LKO) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur.

  • Duration6hrs
  • Flight time2h 35m
  • Typical cost
    ₹9,790($125)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Bhagalpur.

  • Duration18h 35m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    ₹400($5)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Raibareilly then take the train to Bhagalpur.

  • Duration16h 30m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹555($7)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Bhāgalpur.

  • Duration10h 25m
  • Distance725km (450 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lucknow and Bhagalpur

There are several options for getting from Lucknow to Bhagalpur by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹400 ($5) and will take around 18h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 6hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,790 ($125).

The distance between Lucknow and Bhagalpur is around 680km (422 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 642km (399 miles)

It takes around 6hrs to get from Lucknow and Bhagalpur by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 10h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lucknow to Bhagalpur is to fly and then take the train which takes around 6hrs and will set you back approx ₹9,790 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Lucknow and Bhagalpur, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹400 ($5) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Lucknow and Bhagalpur. It typically takes around 18h 35m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Lucknow and Bhagalpur with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 18h 35m.

Indian Railways run train services between Lucknow and Bhagalpur. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 18h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lucknow and Bhagalpur. We recommend that you fly from Lucknow (LKO) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur. instead which will take 6hrs.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lucknow to Bhagalpur. We recommend that you fly from Lucknow (LKO) to Deoghar (DGH) then take the train to Bhagalpur. instead which will take 6hrs.

The closest major airport to Bhagalpur is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) (RDP) which is approximately 186km (115 miles) from Bhagalpur. Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (IXB) and Gaya Airport (GAY) (GAY) 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 Bhagalpur. The distance is around 725km (450 miles) by road and it will take around 10h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lucknow to Bhagalpur is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 6hrs and will usually cost around ₹9,790 ($125).

How do I get from Lucknow to Bhagalpur

Compare travel optionsbetween Lucknow and Bhagalpur

Transport options from Lucknow to Bhagalpur
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 1 similar
6hrs
₹9,790($125)
once a week1,612km (1,001 miles)
Fly to Patna (PAT), Train6h 10m
₹6,685($84)
every 4 hours680km (422 miles)
Train
18h 35m
₹400($5)
twice daily785km (488 miles)
Bus and Train
16h 30m
₹555($7)
3 times a week754km (468 miles)
Drive
10h 25m
₹6,845($86)
on demand725km (450 miles)

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Airports near Bhagalpur

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

RDP
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
186km (115 miles) from Bhagalpur
IXB
Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
196km (122 miles) from Bhagalpur
GAY
Gaya Airport (GAY)
International Airport
Distance
228km (142 miles) from Bhagalpur