Lucknow to Ayodhya by tempo traveller or bus
Ayodhya is a pilgrimage destination in Uttar Pradesh, ≈ 152 km from Lucknow. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.
Lucknow to Ayodhya is ≈ 152 km by road, 3–4 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A day trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹8,900–11,000, and ₹19,800–26,800 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).
- Distance
- ≈ 152 km
- estimated
- Drive time
- 3–4 h
- group vehicle
- Plan for
- a day trip
- or 2 days to see more
- Round trip
- ~334 km
- within the state
Lucknow to Ayodhya fare by vehicle
Round trip with driver over one day, about 334 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 1 day | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹6,100–8,200 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹7,500–9,600 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹8,900–11,000 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹10,300–13,200 | Get quotes |
| Force Urbania (luxury van) | 10–17 | ₹11,700–15,300 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹14,600–19,800 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹19,800–26,800 | Get quotes |
| AC Coach 50–56 seater | 50–56 | ₹23,300–30,300 | Get quotes |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
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Good to know
- Temple towns get crowded on festivals and weekends. Start early, and ask the operator about parking close to the temple for elderly travellers.
- Quotes usually include fuel, driver, and his food and stay. Tolls, parking and state taxes are listed separately. Yippigo shows each quote line by line.
Questions groups ask
How far is Ayodhya from Lucknow by road?
≈ 152 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 334 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 3–4 hours with tea and meal stops.
What is the tempo traveller fare from Lucknow to Ayodhya?
For a day trip with driver: ₹7,500–9,600 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹8,900–11,000 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹10,300–13,200 (Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater), indicative, October 2026. That covers vehicle hire, the driver allowance, night halts and 5% GST; tolls and parking are extra.
How much does a bus from Lucknow to Ayodhya cost?
For a day trip with driver: ₹14,600–19,800 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹19,800–26,800 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹23,300–30,300 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days should a group plan for Ayodhya?
Most groups make it a day trip, or 2 days to see more.
Which vehicle suits my group?
Up to 7 people fit an SUV or Innova; 9–26 a tempo traveller; 27–35 a mini bus; 36–56 a full-size coach. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.
How do I get exact prices?
Post your dates and group size on Yippigo. Up to 6 verified operators near Lucknow are invited to quote, aiming for 3 quotes: vehicle, driver, tolls and permits line by line. You compare and pay the operator you choose an advance (20–30%) directly.