Lucknow to Prayagraj by train
Prayagraj lies 180 km (112 mi) south-east of Lucknow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 27 min at the speeds typical of India rail, over roughly 220 km (137 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Lucknow | Prayagraj | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 2.5 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 126 m (413 ft) | 99 m (325 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | Lucknow Charbagh railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Lucknow to Prayagraj
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Staying in Prayagraj
Our booking partner lists 267 places to stay in Prayagraj. Of the 214 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (131), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 1,697 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Prayagraj
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Common questions
How far is Prayagraj from Lucknow?
180 km (112 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Lucknow; by road roughly 220 km (137 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lucknow to Prayagraj by train?
About 3 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lucknow and Prayagraj?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Prayagraj?
Our booking partner lists 267 places to stay in Prayagraj, 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.