Trip Cost at a Glance
Lucknow to Varanasi -- every rupee accounted for
Total Toll (Car)
SUV: 295
Est. Fuel Cost
Diesel: 1,350
Cab Fare (Sedan)
Toll extra, paid at actual
Toll Plaza Breakdown
Every toll booth on the Lucknow to Varanasi highway
* Toll rates are approximate (2026) and may vary. FASTag users may get 2-5% cashback at some plazas.
FASTag Information Recommended
NH-56 Lucknow-Varanasi route has two FASTag-enabled toll plazas. Road quality has improved significantly after 4-laning.
Skip cash queues, save 10-20 min per plaza
2-5% cashback on toll via select banks
Auto-tracked toll expenses for GST claims
Toll Route Tips
Smart advice for a smooth Lucknow to Varanasi drive
Two tolls totaling ₹185 for car. Purvanchal Expressway is an alternative with different toll charges.
Start early from Lucknow. The Jaunpur stretch can have heavy truck traffic in the afternoon.
Varanasi's Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat starts at 6:45 PM — plan arrival accordingly.
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Common Questions
Lucknow to Varanasi toll & travel FAQs
The total toll cost from Lucknow to Varanasi is approximately ₹185 for a car/sedan and ₹295 for an SUV. There are 2 toll plaza(s) on this route. FASTag users get a small discount at all plazas.
There are 2 toll plaza(s) on the Lucknow to Varanasi route covering 300 km. All toll plazas accept FASTag for contactless payment, reducing wait time significantly.
Yes, all 2 toll plazas on the Lucknow to Varanasi route accept FASTag. NH-56 Lucknow-Varanasi route has two FASTag-enabled toll plazas. Road quality has improved significantly after 4-laning. FASTag lanes are faster and avoid cash queues.
Toll charges are extra and paid at actual during the journey. The cab fare from Lucknow to Varanasi starts at ₹3,300 (sedan). Toll of approximately ₹185 is paid separately. Our driver handles all toll payments.
The total trip cost from Lucknow to Varanasi includes cab fare (from ₹3,300 for sedan) + toll charges (₹185 approx.) + fuel if self-driving. When booking with Triveni Cabs, you only pay cab fare + actual toll. No hidden charges.
While alternate routes may bypass some tolls, they usually add 30-60+ minutes to travel time and pass through congested areas. The toll route via the main highway is recommended for comfort, safety, and faster travel. Our drivers always take the best route.
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