The cheapest taxi option for Lucknow to Ayodhya is a Sedan (Maruti Dzire or Toyota Etios) at ₹3,300 for a one-way booking. SUV (Innova/Ertiga) costs ₹4,200 and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller costs ₹6,000. All fares include fuel, driver and AC; tolls and state tax are additional at actual.
Road Trip Guide
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Lucknow to Ayodhya
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LucknowAyodhya
135 km · 2.5-3 hours drive · cab from ₹3,300
Distance
135km
Drive Time
2.5hrs
Highway
Cab From
₹3,300
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How far is Ayodhya from Lucknow by car?
Ayodhya is approximately 135 km from Lucknow by road, a drive of about 2.5-3 hours depending on traffic and stops. The recommended vehicle is a Sedan (Swift Dzire), and a one-way AC cab starts at ₹3,300 (sedan), ₹4,200 (SUV), or ₹6,000 (tempo). Toll and state tax are extra. Start by 5-6 AM for the smoothest run.
Looking for a Lucknow–Ayodhya cab you can trust? The 135 km journey takes about 2.5-3 hours. A Sedan (Swift Dzire) is available for solo travellers, families and groups alike. Fares are fixed and all-inclusive — no surge, no hidden charges.
Your Route
Lucknow
Lucknow to Barabanki · 30km · Good
Barabanki to Faizabad · 85km · Good
Faizabad to Ayodhya · 10km · Good
Ayodhya
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Segment by Segment
The Road Ahead
3 segments · 135 km total
NH-27, exiting Lucknow
4-lane highway, UP countryside, approaching the holy city
Ram Mandir approach, newly developed pilgrim infrastructure
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Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
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SUV
Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
When to Go
Seasonal Road Conditions
Winter Driving Conditions
Dec — Feb
Best for pilgrimage (Oct-Feb). Ram Navami (Mar/Apr) is the biggest festival — expect lakhs of devotees.
Driving Tips
1
Ram Mandir (inaugurated Jan 2024) has long queues — arrive early morning for shorter wait times
2
New highway makes this a comfortable 2.5-hour drive — road quality has improved dramatically
3
Ayodhya is rapidly developing — new hotels, roads, and pilgrim facilities are opening constantly
4
Carry shoes in a bag — you will need to remove them at multiple temples
5
Saryu River Ghat aarti at sunset rivals Varanasi's — less crowded and equally spiritual
Food Stops
1Barabanki (30 km)
2Faizabad (115 km)
3Ayodhya (130 km)
Best Car for This Trip
We recommend Sedan (Swift Dzire) for the Lucknow to Ayodhya drive. Well-maintained highway makes a sedan the perfect, cost-effective choice.
Fuel Planning
2 fuel stations along the route. Limited pumps on parts of this route — fill up at every opportunity.
The Lucknow to Ayodhya road trip by the numbers
Distance, driving time, fuel stop counts and indicative fares verified weekly against our drivers' actual route runs.
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The single biggest mistake first-time road-trippers make on Delhi–Manali is not stopping at Mandi for lunch. Plan your fuel and food stops in advance — it cuts your real travel time by an hour because you're not hunting for somewhere on the way.
Pankaj Singh Gaur
Founder & CEO, Triveni Cabs
Road Trip Q&A
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Verified against these sources
Verified against official tourism, transport and weather data. We refresh these sources quarterly.
- GOVNational Highways Authority of India (NHAI)— official toll plaza, FASTag and national-highway data(nhai.gov.in)
- GOVParivahan Seva (Ministry of Road Transport)— official commercial vehicle permit and tax portal(parivahan.gov.in)
- WIKIRam Mandir, Ayodhya (Wikipedia)— temple in Ayodhya, UP(en.wikipedia.org)
- GOVUttar Pradesh Tourism— official Uttar Pradesh tourism board (Agra, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Mathura, Lucknow)(uptourism.gov.in)
Quick Answer
How far is Ayodhya from Lucknow by car?
Ayodhya is approximately 135 km from Lucknow by road. The drive takes around 2.5-3 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
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Lucknow to Ayodhya Road Trip FAQs
Ayodhya is approximately 135 km from Lucknow by road. The drive takes around 2.5-3 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
The Lucknow to Ayodhya drive takes about 2.5-3 hours for the 135 km journey, including short breaks. Early-morning departures avoid city traffic and, on hill routes, let you cover the mountain stretches in daylight.
For the Lucknow to Ayodhya drive, a Sedan (Swift Dzire) is recommended. For families, an SUV like Innova/Ertiga offers more space and comfort. Solo travellers or couples can opt for a sedan like Swift Dzire.
A cab from Lucknow to Ayodhya starts at ₹3,300 for an AC Sedan (₹11/km). SUV starts at ₹4,200 (₹14/km). Tempo Traveller at ₹6,000 (₹20/km). Toll and state tax extra.
The recommended driving route from Lucknow to Ayodhya follows the main national highways and expressways for the smoothest, fastest journey across 135 km. Our drivers know the optimal route, real-time diversions, and the cleanest rest stops along the way.
Yes, the Lucknow to Ayodhya route is generally safe with well-maintained highways for most stretches. However, mountain sections (if any) require careful driving. We recommend experienced drivers for hill routes, especially during monsoon and winter.
Popular food stops on the Lucknow to Ayodhya route include highway dhabas and restaurants at major towns en route. Our drivers know the best clean and hygienic food stops. We recommend stopping every 2-3 hours for refreshments.
October to March is generally the most comfortable window for the Lucknow to Ayodhya drive, with pleasant weather and clear roads. Avoid peak monsoon on hill routes due to landslide risk, and start at 5-6 AM year-round to beat traffic and heat.
A one-way cab from Lucknow to Ayodhya is cheapest if you are not returning, saving up to 50% versus round-trip. Choose round-trip if you plan to come back within a day or two and want the same driver and vehicle waiting for you.
There are several fuel stations and rest stops spaced along the Lucknow to Ayodhya highway. On remote or hill stretches, pumps thin out, so our drivers top up the tank in advance and plan rest breaks every 2-3 hours.
Yes, Triveni Cabs offers both one-way and round-trip cab service from Lucknow to Ayodhya. One-way booking saves up to 50% compared to round-trip. Call 7668570551 or WhatsApp for instant quotes.
Driving from Lucknow to Ayodhya gives door-to-door convenience, luggage freedom, and the ability to stop at sights and dhabas en route — ideal for families and groups. A train or flight may be faster for very long distances, but loses the flexibility and scenic experience of a road trip. A chauffeur cab removes driving fatigue while keeping all the road-trip benefits.
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