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Varanasi to Lucknow Taxi & Cab Fare 2026: from ₹5,883
Need a fixed Varanasi to Lucknow taxi fare before you travel? Below is the full car-wise rate card — AC Swift Dzire through Tempo Traveller — with distance, drive time and what the quote already includes. Most people make this trip for Airport/rail connectivity, medical/education, and state-capital business.
Why travellers book this route
Common reasons are catching a flight or train from Lucknow, and medical visits to SGPGI/Medanta with family and luggage. The Purvanchal Expressway makes this a fast, smooth ride, and one-way airport drops are popular.
Quick facts: distance, time and fare
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Distance | 300-316 km (one-way) |
| Drive Time | 5-6 hr | 6-7 hr at peak |
| Route / Highway | Purvanchal Expressway via Azamgarh/Sultanpur |
| Best Departure | 5-6 am |
| Tolls | Most of the journey runs on the Purvanchal Expressway; a car pays roughly ₹400–650 in tolls one-way depending on where you join it (the full 340-km length is about ₹675). |
| State Tax | Not applicable |
| Cheapest AC option | Swift Dzire from ₹5,883 one-way |
| Luggage | No restrictions (SUV/Tempo for bulky bags) |
Full rate card — Varanasi to Lucknow
Every fare below is fixed and includes fuel, driver and the highway toll estimate — nothing is added on the road. Pick the car that fits your group; then message us with the date to lock the quote.
| Vehicle | Seats | Best for | One-way | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 | Couples & small families; most economical AC sedan | ₹5,883 | ₹8,070 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | Families of 5-6 with luggage; comfortable mid SUV | ₹8,162 | ₹10,164 |
| Toyota Innova | 7 | Larger families & long outstation trips; proven reliability | ₹9,086 | ₹11,396 |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 7 | Premium comfort for family or business travel | ₹10,318 | ₹13,244 |
| Tempo Traveller (12 Seater) | 12 | Group tours & pilgrimages up to 12 passengers | ₹14,476 | ₹16,632 |
| Tempo Traveller (17 Seater) | 17 | Larger groups & extended family pilgrimages | ₹15,708 | ₹19,096 |
| Tempo Traveller (26 Seater) | 26 | Large tour groups & corporate/temple trips | ₹17,864 | ₹21,560 |
| Force Urbania | 13 | Luxury group travel with premium reclining seats | ₹20,020 | ₹22,792 |
One-way covers the leg you travel; round-trip includes the return. Overnight halts add a driver allowance of ₹400–₹500/night. Fares updated 2026.
Just want to book? For door-to-door booking, driver details and trip stories, see our main Varanasi to Lucknow taxi service page. This page is the car-wise fare and rate card for the same route.
Which car should you book?
| Group | Best pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1–3 travellers, light bags | Swift Dzire (from ₹5,883 one-way) | Lowest fixed fare on this route |
| 4–6 with luggage | Ertiga (from ₹8,162 one-way) | Extra seats without jumping to SUV prices |
| 5–7 on a longer drive | Innova / Crysta (from ₹9,086 one-way) | More comfort once the road is 4+ hours |
| 8–12 / pilgrimage group | Tempo Traveller 12 (from ₹14,476 one-way) | Keep the whole group in one vehicle |
| 13+ travellers | Tempo 17/26 or Urbania | Large families, corporate or temple groups |
Full prices sit in the rate card above — use this table only to match a car to your group.
One-way vs round-trip
- One-way (from ₹5,883 in a Dzire) — best when you do not need the car back, for example a station/airport drop or a stay in Lucknow.
- Round-trip (from ₹8,070) — best for a same-day visit, or when you want the same driver waiting for the return leg.
Genuine one-way drops are available on this route — you are not forced to pay for an empty return.
What is included (and what is extra)
Included in your fixed fare:
- Fuel and driver charges
- Highway toll estimate
- AC for the full journey
- GST invoice on request
Charged only if you use them:
- Parking and entry tickets at attractions
- Overnight driver allowance (₹400–₹500/night)
- Extra sightseeing stops beyond the agreed route
Route, stops and landmarks
The usual highway is Purvanchal Expressway via Azamgarh/Sultanpur.
Useful stops along the way:
- Purvanchal Expwy dhabas & fuel
- Azamgarh/Sultanpur bypass field views
Best time to leave Varanasi for Lucknow
Leave around 5-6 am to stay ahead of traffic. Typical drive time is 5-6 hr, rising to 6-7 hr during peak or festival days.
Watch these slow stretches:
- Expressway toll ramps at peak
- Lucknow entry (Amausi/Shaheed Path/Charbagh) office hours
Varanasi to Lucknow: Pickup in Varanasi & Arrival in Lucknow
For your Varanasi to Lucknow trip we pick you up anywhere in Varanasi — your hotel, guesthouse or the place you are staying, or the exact address you share with us on a call. Common Varanasi pickup points:
- Varanasi Junction (Cantt)
- Banaras station (Manduadih)
- DDU / Mughalsarai Junction
- Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (Babatpur)
- your Varanasi hotel or ghat-side guesthouse
In Lucknow we drop you right at what you came for:
- Hazratganj
- SGPGI / Medanta (medical)
- Bara Imambara
Kashi Taxi vs Ola / Uber vs hotel desk
| Kashi Taxi (fixed) | Ola / Uber | Hotel travel desk | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price certainty | ✅ Fixed in writing | ❌ Surge / live meter | ❌ Marked-up quote |
| Outstation availability | ✅ Confirmed car & driver | ⚠️ Often no cars | ✅ But costly |
| Tolls & fuel | ✅ Included | ❌ Added at end | ⚠️ Sometimes hidden |
| Local route knowledge | ✅ Local drivers | ⚠️ Varies | ✅ |
| Typical Lucknow round-trip (Dzire) | ₹8,070 | Varies + surge | 30–50% more |
Why book with Kashi Taxi
- Serving Varanasi travellers since 1982 (Vinayak Travels)
- Verified local drivers (Hindi and English)
- Fixed fare confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay
- Live location sharing for your family
- Clean AC fleet from Dzire to 26-seater Tempo
What Travellers Say About Varanasi to Lucknow
Rated 4.6/5 by 60 verified travellers on this route.
★★★★★
"Very smooth Lucknow trip. Our Swift Dzire driver knew the route well and drove safely. Price was locked in writing before we left, so no arguments over the meter. Would book again."
— Amit K., Jan 2026
★★★★☆
"Comfortable Swift Dzire for our Lucknow journey. Punctual pickup, polite driver and a fair fixed fare. Much better than the surge prices the app was showing that day."
— Divya R., Mar 2026
★★★★☆
"Needed an early-morning drop to Lucknow and they arranged it without any fuss. Fixed price, tolls included, and the driver shared his live location so my family could track us."
— Ramesh C., Mar 2026
Book in 3 steps
- Message us on WhatsApp with your date, pickup point, passenger count and preferred vehicle.
- Get a fixed fare back in minutes — no meter, no surge.
- Travel — your driver arrives on time and the price does not change.
About Lucknow
Lucknow is a common day or overnight trip from Varanasi. Travellers usually come for Airport/rail connectivity, medical/education, and state-capital business. Tell us your group size and dates on WhatsApp and we will match a car from the rate card above.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Varanasi to Lucknow taxi / cab fare?
The Varanasi to Lucknow fare is about ₹5,883 one-way and ₹8,070 round-trip in an AC Swift Dzire. An Innova is from ₹11,396 round-trip and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹16,632 round-trip. The fare is fixed and already includes fuel, tolls and the driver.
Is toll included in the Varanasi to Lucknow fare?
Yes — our quote includes an estimate for highway tolls. Most of the journey runs on the Purvanchal Expressway; a car pays roughly ₹400–650 in tolls one-way depending on where you join it (the full 340-km length is about ₹675). There is no separate state tax on this route.
Is the Varanasi to Lucknow fare fixed or metered?
You get the full fixed fare in writing before you book — no meter, no surge pricing and no negotiation on the road.
Which car is best for a family of 5 on the Varanasi to Lucknow trip?
For 5-6 people an Ertiga (6-seat) or Innova (7-seat) is ideal — comfortable with luggage. On this route an Innova is from ₹11,396 round-trip.
Is the Varanasi to Lucknow fare per car or per person?
Per car. The fare covers the whole vehicle — fuel, tolls and the driver — however many of you travel, up to the seat limit. A Dzire seats 4, an Ertiga 6 and an Innova 7, so a family sharing one car pays once, not per head.
Do you provide AC cars for Varanasi to Lucknow?
Yes, the entire fleet is air-conditioned — Dzire, Ertiga, Innova, Innova Crysta, 12/17/26-seater Tempo Travellers and the Force Urbania.
Do you offer Varanasi to Lucknow one-way drops?
Yes, a Varanasi to Lucknow one-way drop is available (Dzire from ₹5,883). One-way is the cheaper option when you don't need the car to return.
How do I book a Varanasi to Lucknow taxi?
Message +91 99354 74730 on WhatsApp with your date, number of passengers and preferred vehicle — you get a fixed fare back instantly.