The cheapest taxi option for Lucknow to Varanasi 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
Drive
Lucknow to Varanasi
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LucknowVaranasi
300 km · 5-6 hours drive · cab from ₹3,300
Distance
300km
Drive Time
5hrs
Highway
Cab From
₹3,300
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How far is Varanasi from Lucknow by car?
Varanasi is approximately 300 km from Lucknow by road, a drive of about 5-6 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–Varanasi cab you can trust? Expect 300 km and about 5-6 hours on the road. 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 Sultanpur · 140km · Good
Sultanpur to Jaunpur · 80km · Good
Jaunpur to Varanasi · 65km · Good
Varanasi
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Moderate
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Segment by Segment
The Road Ahead
3 segments · 300 km total
Purvanchal Expressway or NH-56, flat UP plains
Historic Jaunpur, Atala Mosque, Shahi Bridge
Approaching the ancient city, temple spires visible
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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 time (Oct-Feb). Dev Deepawali (Nov) is a million-lamp spectacle on the ghats. Morning fog on expressway.
Driving Tips
1
Purvanchal Expressway is the fastest option — 6-lane highway cuts travel time significantly
2
Varanasi is India's oldest living city — walk the ghats at dawn for the most profound experience
3
Auto-rickshaws in Varanasi are cheap and know the narrow lanes — use them inside the city
4
Sarnath (10 km from Varanasi) is where Buddha gave his first sermon — unmissable for history lovers
5
Try Kashi Chat and Banarasi Paan near Dashashwamedh Ghat — iconic street food
Food Stops
1Sultanpur (140 km)
2Jaunpur (220 km)
3Varanasi outskirts (280 km)
Best Car for This Trip
We recommend Sedan (Swift Dzire) for the Lucknow to Varanasi drive. Well-maintained highway makes a sedan the perfect, cost-effective choice.
Fuel Planning
4 fuel stations along the route. Limited pumps on parts of this route — fill up at every opportunity.
The Lucknow to Varanasi 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
More about driving from Lucknow to Varanasi
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)
- WIKIVaranasi (Wikipedia)— sacred city on the Ganges(en.wikipedia.org)
- GOVUttar Pradesh Tourism— official Uttar Pradesh tourism board (Agra, Varanasi, Ayodhya, Mathura, Lucknow)(uptourism.gov.in)
Quick Answer
How far is Varanasi from Lucknow by car?
Varanasi is approximately 300 km from Lucknow by road. The drive takes around 5-6 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
FAQ
Lucknow to Varanasi Road Trip FAQs
Varanasi is approximately 300 km from Lucknow by road. The drive takes around 5-6 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
The Lucknow to Varanasi drive takes about 5-6 hours for the 300 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi follows the main national highways and expressways for the smoothest, fastest journey across 300 km. Our drivers know the optimal route, real-time diversions, and the cleanest rest stops along the way.
Yes, the Lucknow to Varanasi 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi. One-way booking saves up to 50% compared to round-trip. Call 7668570551 or WhatsApp for instant quotes.
Driving from Lucknow to Varanasi 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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