How to travel from Lucknow to Nellore, India

The distance between Lucknow and Nellore is around 1,646km (1,023 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 50m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Lucknow to Nellore by plane, train 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 Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore.

  • Duration4h 50m
  • Flight time2h 50m
  • Typical cost
    ₹12,655($160)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Nellore.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    ₹875($11)
Operated by

Indian Railways

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Drive

Drive to Nellore.

  • Duration24h 45m
  • Distance1,705km (1,059 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lucknow and Nellore

There are several options for getting from Lucknow to Nellore by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₹875 ($11) and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹12,655 ($160).

The distance between Lucknow and Nellore is around 1,646km (1,023 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,381km (858 miles)

It takes around 4h 50m to get from Lucknow and Nellore by plane and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 24h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lucknow to Nellore is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 50m and will set you back approx ₹12,655 ($160).

The cheapest way to travel between Lucknow and Nellore, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₹875 ($11) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Lucknow and Nellore. It typically takes around 1 day 6h and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Lucknow and Nellore with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a week and takes 1 day 6h.

Indian Railways run train services between Lucknow and Nellore. Trains depart 4 times a week and will take around 1 day 6h, 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 Nellore. We recommend that you fly from Lucknow (LKO) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore. instead which will take 4h 50m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lucknow to Nellore. We recommend that you fly from Lucknow (LKO) to Tirupati (TIR) then take the train to Nellore. instead which will take 4h 50m.

The closest major airport to Nellore is Tirupati Airport (TIR) (TIR) which is approximately 102km (64 miles) from Nellore. Chennai International Airport (MAA) (MAA) and Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) (BLR) 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 Nellore. The distance is around 1,705km (1,059 miles) by road and it will take around 24h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lucknow to Nellore is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 50m and will usually cost around ₹12,655 ($160).

How do I get from Lucknow to Nellore

Compare travel optionsbetween Lucknow and Nellore

Transport options from Lucknow to Nellore
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 2 similar
4h 50m
₹12,655($160)
hourly1,646km (1,023 miles)
Fly to Madras (MAA), Train5h 40m
₹7,320($90)
every 2 hours1,741km (1,082 miles)
Fly to Cuddapah (CDP), Train8h 45m
₹8,435($105)
once daily2,019km (1,255 miles)
Train
1 day 6h
₹875($11)
6 times a week1,886km (1,172 miles)
Drive
24h 45m
₹15,995($200)
on demand1,705km (1,059 miles)

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Airports near Nellore

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

TIR
Tirupati Airport (TIR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
102km (64 miles) from Nellore
MAA
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
International Airport
Distance
164km (102 miles) from Nellore
BLR
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
International Airport
Distance
282km (175 miles) from Nellore