Prayagraj to Lucknow by train
Lucknow lies 180 km (112 mi) north-west of Prayagraj, 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.
| Prayagraj | Lucknow | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.1 million | 2.5 million |
| Elevation | 99 m (325 ft) | 126 m (413 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Lucknow Charbagh railway station |
Where to book trains from Prayagraj to Lucknow
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Staying in Lucknow
Our booking partner lists 944 places to stay in Lucknow. Of the 724 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (462), and 21 are five-star. Across 91 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.2 out of 10. Guests have left 23,575 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Lucknow from Prayagraj?
180 km (112 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Prayagraj; by road roughly 220 km (137 mi).
How long does it take to get from Prayagraj to Lucknow 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 Prayagraj and Lucknow?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Where can I stay in Lucknow?
Our booking partner lists 944 places to stay in Lucknow, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.