Lucknow to Varanasi by tempo traveller or bus

Varanasi (Kashi) is a pilgrimage destination in Uttar Pradesh, ≈ 323 km from Lucknow. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.

Lucknow to Varanasi is ≈ 323 km by road, 7–8 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A 2-day round trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹19,300–23,800, and ₹42,400–57,400 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).

Distance
≈ 323 km
estimated
Drive time
7–8 h
group vehicle
Plan for
2 to 3 days
most groups
Round trip
~711 km
within the state
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Lucknow to Varanasi fare by vehicle

Round trip with driver over 2 days, about 711 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.

Lucknow to Varanasi: indicative fares by vehicle
VehicleSeatsRound trip, 2 daysQuotes
SUV / Innova6–7₹13,300–17,800Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 12-seater9–12₹16,300–20,800Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 17-seater13–17₹19,300–23,800Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater18–26₹22,300–28,200Get quotes
Force Urbania (luxury van)10–17₹25,300–32,700Get quotes
Mini Bus 28–35 seater27–35₹31,200–42,400Get quotes
AC Coach 40–49 seater36–49₹42,400–57,400Get quotes
AC Coach 50–56 seater50–56₹49,900–64,800Get quotes

Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round 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.

Change the days or stops in the fare calculatorRates per km for every vehicle

Add to the trip: around Varanasi

Distances are estimated from the map.

  • Sarnath · ≈ 10 km from Varanasi
  • Mirzapur · ≈ 55 km from Varanasi
  • Azamgarh · ≈ 106 km from Varanasi

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 Varanasi from Lucknow by road?

≈ 323 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 711 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 7–8 hours with tea and meal stops.

What is the tempo traveller fare from Lucknow to Varanasi?

For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹16,300–20,800 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹19,300–23,800 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹22,300–28,200 (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 Varanasi cost?

For a 2-day round trip with driver: ₹31,200–42,400 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹42,400–57,400 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹49,900–64,800 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.

How many days should a group plan for Varanasi?

Most groups make it 2 to 3 days. With an extra day you can add Sarnath and Mirzapur.

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.