Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi from ₹5,883 | Direct Cabs | Kashi Taxi
Quick answer: Lucknow to Varanasi is 300-316 km and takes 5-6 hours by taxi. Swift Dzire fares start from ₹5,883 one-way and ₹8,070 round-trip. The best route is usually NH731 via Sultanpur and Jaunpur.
This is a practical door-to-door route for families, pilgrims, and small groups coming to Kashi Vishwanath, the ghats, Sarnath, or a hotel in Varanasi. Trains are frequent, but a cab saves station transfers, luggage handling, and last-mile confusion inside Varanasi.
Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|
| Journey Distance | 300-316 km (via NH731/NH56) |
| Travel Time | 5-6 hours by taxi (direct) |
| Best Route | Via NH731 (Lucknow → Sultanpur → Jaunpur → Varanasi) |
| Road Condition | Good - well-maintained state highways |
| Train Frequency | Hourly (86 daily trains - highest connectivity) |
| Flight Time | 1h 5m (but 3.5h total with airport time) |
| Starting Taxi Fare | ₹5,883 for Swift Dzire (4-seater) |
Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi, Train, or Flight?
For solo budget travel, train is usually cheapest. For families with luggage, elderly passengers, temple plans, or late-night arrivals, taxi is easier because it is direct from your Lucknow address to your Varanasi hotel, ghat, or temple area.
| Transport | Base Cost (4 People) | Total Time | Hidden Costs | Practical Note |
|---|
| Flight | ₹18,800-64,000 | 3.5-4 hrs (with airport time) | Airport transfers ₹1,200 | Fast in air, costly for groups |
| Train (AC) | ₹1,260-3,600 | 5h 20m + 1h station time = 6.5h | Station transfers ₹400 | Good for budget travelers |
| Taxi | ₹5,883 | 5-6 hrs (door-to-door) | Zero | Best for families and luggage |
Lucknow to Varanasi Route, Distance & Best Time to Travel
Lucknow to Varanasi Route Path Options
Option 1: NH731 (Recommended - Fastest)
Lucknow → Sultanpur → Jaunpur → Varanasi (Kashi Vishwanath)
300-316 km | 5-6 hours | Best road conditions
Option 2: NH56 (Alternative)
Lucknow → Pratapgarh → Prayagraj → Varanasi
300-316 km | 6-7 hours | Scenic but longer
Best Departure Times
For Morning Ganga Aarti (6:00-7:00 AM at Dashashwamedh Ghat):
- Depart Lucknow by 12:00-1:00 AM (night journey)
- Arrive Varanasi by 6:00-7:00 AM for sunrise boat ride
For Temple Darshan Focus:
- Depart Lucknow by 6:00-7:00 AM
- Arrive Varanasi by 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath (opens 3:00 AM), Sankat Mochan, Durga Temple
For Evening Ganga Aarti (6:00-7:00 PM):
- Depart Lucknow by 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Arrive Varanasi by 5:00 PM
- Secure ghat position by 6:00 PM for best views
Best Seasons:
- October-March: Pleasant weather (15-30°C), peak pilgrimage season
- Festival periods: Ram Navami (March/April), Diwali (Oct/Nov), Makar Sankranti (Jan) - book 2-4 weeks advance
- Summer (April-June): Manageable with AC cab, lower hotel rates
- Monsoon (July-Sept): Only 10-15% travel; occasional flooding near Jaunpur
Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi Fare & Vehicle Options
| Vehicle Type | Seating | One-Way Fare | Round-Trip | Best For | Special Features |
|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 passengers | ₹5,883 | ₹8,070 | Couples, solo travelers | AC, fuel-efficient, comfortable |
| Ertiga | 6 passengers | ₹8,162 | ₹10,164 | Families with kids | 3-row seating, luggage space |
| Innova Crysta | 6-7 passengers | ₹10,318 | ₹13,244 | Large families, elderly | Premium comfort, superior suspension |
| Tempo Traveller 12-Seater | 12 passengers | ₹14,476 | ₹16,632 | Group pilgrimages | Push-back seats, entertainment system |
Included in Your Fare
- Professional driver with Varanasi temple route knowledge
- Fuel for entire journey (included)
- Toll charges (₹250-300)
- Free pickup from any Lucknow location (home/hotel/station)
- Drop at Dashashwamedh Ghat / Kashi Vishwanath / Your hotel
- Driver allowance (no hidden costs)
- GPS tracking for safety
- Basic refreshments (water)
- Free cancellation (up to 2 hours before)
- Luggage storage assistance: driver helps coordinate hotel check-in or luggage room services
Not Included
- Temple parking fees (₹50-100 per location)
- Extra stops beyond 3 (₹100 per additional stop)
- Night travel surcharge (₹400-600 extra, 10 PM - 6 AM)
- Peak season charges (Diwali, Ram Navami, Makar Sankranti: +₹800-1,200)
- Temple donation/prasad costs
Lucknow to Varanasi Route Stops
NH731 Route Rest Points
- Lucknow City Exit (0 km): Traffic can add 30-45 minutes during morning/evening rush.
- Sultanpur (120 km from Lucknow): Good midway halt for food, washrooms, and fuel. Arrive here 2-2.5 hours after departure.
- Jaunpur (180 km): Optional 15-20 minute stopover to see Atala Mosque, if time allows.
- Zamania Bridge (250 km): Crosses into Varanasi district; last fuel stop before Varanasi city.
- Varanasi City Approach (280 km): Dense traffic near ghats; allow 20-30 minutes from outskirts to central ghats.
Recommended Stopover Points
For Meal Break:
- Sultanpur Highway Dhabas: ₹150-250 per person for full thali
- Jaunpur Restaurants: ₹200-300 per person for local cuisine
For Quick Refreshment:
- Fuel station cafes for coffee, packaged snacks, and washrooms
One-Day Varanasi Itinerary After Lucknow Taxi Arrival
Morning Arrival (before 10 AM):
- Sunrise Boat Ride (6:00-8:00 AM): Book through driver or hotel
- Kashi Vishwanath Darshan (3:00 AM - 11:00 PM, minimal queue 8:00-10:00 AM)
- Assi Ghat for yoga, chai, and local atmosphere
- Lunch at Kashi Chaat Bhandar or Deena Chaat
- Afternoon: BHU campus, Sankat Mochan temple
- Evening Ganga Aarti (6:00-7:00 PM at Dashashwamedh)
Afternoon Arrival (12:00-2:00 PM):
- Check-in hotel
- Lunch
- Afternoon temple circuit: Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Sankat Mochan
- Evening Ganga Aarti preparation (reach ghat by 5:30 PM for good position)
- Dinner: Try Baati Chokha, Malaiyo (seasonal), Lassi
Evening Arrival (after 5:00 PM):
- Direct to Dashashwamedh Ghat for Ganga Aarti, if traffic allows
- Dinner near ghats
- Night walk through Varanasi lanes with guide/driver
- Next morning: Full-day Varanasi darshan starting with sunrise boat ride
Places to Visit in Varanasi After Your Lucknow Taxi Trip
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple: Main Jyotirlinga temple; share your preferred darshan time while booking.
- Dashashwamedh Ghat: Main Ganga Aarti ghat.
- Assi Ghat: Better for a relaxed morning.
- Sarnath: Buddhist site outside the main city.
- Sankat Mochan Temple, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple: Common temple circuit.
- BHU campus: Good for a calm afternoon visit.
Food to Try in Varanasi After the Taxi Ride
- Kashi Chaat Bhandar and Deena Chaat for chaat
- Baati Chokha for local meal
- Malaiyo in winter
- Lassi near the old-city lanes
- Simple thali options near hotels if travelling with elderly passengers
Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi Practical Travel Tips
Solo Female Travelers
- Driver details are sent before departure.
- Share the ride details with family/friends.
- Daytime travel (6 AM - 6 PM) is recommended for first-time solo travelers.
- Sit in the rear seat, keep phone charged, and share live location.
Family Travel
- For elderly passengers, request Innova Crysta for superior suspension.
- Plan 2 rest stops minimum, with Sultanpur as the main halt.
- Carry blood pressure/diabetes medications if needed.
- For kids, pack snacks and entertainment; avoid heavy meals before the drive.
Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi Pickup & Drop Points
Pickup Points in Lucknow
- Home or residential address
- Hotel
- Charbagh / Lucknow Junction
- Lucknow Airport
- Gomti Nagar, Hazratganj, Vibhuti Khand, and other city areas
Drop Points in Varanasi
- Dashashwamedh Ghat / Kashi Vishwanath area
- Assi Ghat
- Hotels and guesthouses
- Varanasi Railway Stations
- Varanasi Airport (VNS)
- BHU, Sarnath, or any specified address
Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi Multi-City Options
Northern Circuit
Lucknow → Ayodhya (130 km, 3h) → Varanasi (219 km from Ayodhya, 4-5h)
Duration: 5-7 days
Focus: Lucknow, Hanuman Garhi, Ram Janmabhoomi (Ram Mandir), Kashi Vishwanath, Ganga Aarti, Sarnath
Eastern Circuit
Lucknow → Varanasi (300-316 km, 5-6h) → Gaya (220 km, 5-6h) → Bodhgaya (16 km, 30 min)
Duration: 6-8 days
Focus: Kashi Vishwanath, Ganga Aarti, Vishnupad Temple, Pind Daan, Mahabodhi Temple
Traveler Reviews: Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Booked a cab from Lucknow Charbagh to Varanasi for our family pilgrimage. Driver Manoj was waiting at the station exit with our name card. He took the Purvanchal Expressway, which was smooth and fast. He explained how Godowlia vehicular restrictions work in the evening and guided us right to our hotel near Dashashwamedh Ghat. Exemplary service."
— Naveen Chandra Mishra, Lucknow / Kashi Darshan
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Needed a reliable, safe one-way cab for my mother traveling alone from Gomti Nagar to Varanasi. The dispatch office shared driver details 3 hours before pickup and enabled live GPS tracking on WhatsApp. Driver Ramesh was gentle, polite, and ensured she reached her sister's house safely. Cannot thank Kashi Taxi enough."
— Ankita Saxena, Lucknow / Bengaluru
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Booked an Innova Crysta for our corporate team visiting client facilities in Varanasi. Pristine vehicle, crisp AC, knowledgeable chauffeur, and transparent toll-included pricing. Seamless experience from start to finish."
— Prateek Jaiswal, Lucknow
How to Book Lucknow to Varanasi Taxi
- WhatsApp 💬 +91 99354 74730 or call +91 99354 74730.
- Share pickup location, date, time, passenger count, luggage, and Varanasi drop point.
- Receive driver details, vehicle number, and confirmation before pickup.
Payment Options
- Cash to driver (after journey completion)
- UPI/Paytm/Google Pay (driver's QR code)
- Online advance payment (10% booking amount, balance to driver)
- Corporate invoicing available (for business travelers)
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation: Up to 2 hours before pickup
- 50% refund: 2 hours to 30 minutes before pickup
- No refund: Less than 30 minutes before pickup
- Emergency cancellation: Full refund for medical/flight emergencies (proof required)
Lucknow to Varanasi Highway Travel & Arrival Tips
- Expressway Driving: The Purvanchal Expressway connects Lucknow to Varanasi in approximately 5 hours (~310 km).
- Varanasi City Arrival & Ghat Access: Between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM, four-wheelers are prohibited beyond Godowlia and Sonarpura. If your hotel is near Dashashwamedh Ghat, your driver drops you at the nearest authorized perimeter point (Girjaghar or Maidagin) and assists with luggage porters or e-rickshaws.
- Fixed, All-Inclusive Tariffs: Fares include highway tolls, fuel, and chauffeur allowance. Written confirmation is provided before departure with zero hidden surcharges.
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