Lucknow to Delhi by train
Delhi lies 415 km (258 mi) north-west of Lucknow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 7 h 58 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 507 km (315 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lucknow | Delhi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 2.5 million | 11 million |
| Elevation | 126 m (413 ft) | 227 m (745 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Lucknow Charbagh railway station | Delhi Junction railway station, Sarai Rohilla railway station |
Where to book trains from Lucknow to Delhi
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Staying in Delhi
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Delhi. Of the 10 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6). Guests have left 18 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Delhi from Lucknow?
415 km (258 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Lucknow; by road roughly 507 km (315 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lucknow to Delhi by train?
About 7 h 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lucknow and Delhi?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Delhi?
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Delhi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.