Ayodhya, Lucknow & Awadh · Birthplace of Rama, on the Saryu
Ayodhya group trip guide
Ayodhya: Birthplace of Rama, on the Saryu in Ayodhya, Lucknow & Awadh, Uttar Pradesh. From Lucknow it is 135 km by road, 3–4 hours with stops. Groups give it 1–2 days. A 17-seater tempo traveller with driver from Lucknow costs ₹8,000–9,900 for a same-day round trip, as of Oct 2026.
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- From Lucknow
- 135 km by road
- Time to give it
- 1–2 days
- Best season
- October to March
- Fare from Lucknow
- ₹8,000–9,900 round trip (Oct 2026)
- Nearest airport
- Ayodhya (AYJ) or Lucknow (LKO)
Ayodhya on the Saryu is revered as the birthplace of Rama; the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple was consecrated in January 2024.
Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan and the ghats of Ram ki Paidi fill the old town, and at Diwali the Deepotsav lights the riverfront with lamps.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits, and its fare to Ayodhya from each city, from the tables below.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Varanasi → Ayodhya
₹14,000–17,100
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 209 km one way · 2 days, round trip
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Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
Why groups go
One of the most requested yatras in India now: a day from Lucknow, or two with Varanasi and Prayagraj.
Temples & pilgrimage
How far is Ayodhya
Road distance from our route catalog, one way.
| From | Road km | With stops | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varanasi | 209 km | 4–5 h | – |
| Lucknow | 135 km | 3–4 h | Route: Lucknow to Ayodhya |
| Agra | 465 km | 9–10 h | – |
| Ghaziabad | 596 km | 12–13 h | – |
| Prayagraj | 167 km | 3.5–4.5 h | – |
Group fares from Lucknow
Round trip with driver, 1 day, by vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 1 day |
|---|---|---|
| SUV / Innova | 6–7 | ₹5,500–7,400 |
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹6,800–8,600 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹8,000–9,900 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹9,300–11,800 |
| AC Coach 40–49 seater | 36–49 | ₹17,700–23,900 |
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.
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.
When to go and how long
- Best season: October to March.
- Time to give it: 1–2 days.
- Who goes: Pilgrims, Families, Senior citizens, School groups.
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Circuits that include Ayodhya
Arriving from abroad or another state
- Nearest airport: Ayodhya (AYJ) or Lucknow (LKO).
- Nearest railway station: Ayodhya Dham Junction.
- Operators quote the airport or station pickup with the whole trip: put your arrival in the request.
Operators for Ayodhya
Approved operators who take groups to Ayodhya. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
VIJAY TRAVELS
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
209 km by road from Ayodhya
2 vehicles · 7–16 seats
Rishabh Motors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
596 km by road from Ayodhya
1 vehicle · 28 seats
New Puhana bus service
Vehicle Owner
Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Serves Ayodhya
Fleet details on request
Akansha mobility solutions
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Serves Ayodhya
1 vehicle · 17 seats
Official pages and sources
Opening hours, tickets and permits change: check them on the official pages before you travel.
How booking works
- Post your trip onceDates, pickup, places and group size. It takes two minutes and costs nothing.
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- Book and pay the operatorAccept a quote and pay the operator an advance (25%) directly. No Yippigo fee: free until 31 December 2026.
Questions groups ask
Lucknow se Ayodhya kitne km hai? (How far is Ayodhya from Lucknow?)
135 km by road: 3–4 hours in a tempo traveller or bus with tea and meal stops (group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour, about 35 on ghat roads). Road distance from our route catalog.
Ayodhya ke liye tempo traveller kitne ka padega?
Round trip from Lucknow (135 km one way, 1 day) with driver: 17-seater ₹8,000–9,900, 40–49 seater bus ₹17,700–23,900. Indicative, as of Oct 2026; post the trip for the exact rate.
What does a group trip to Ayodhya cost?
Round trip from Lucknow with driver: SUV / Innova ₹5,500–7,400; Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹6,800–8,600; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹8,000–9,900; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹9,300–11,800; AC Coach 40–49 seater ₹17,700–23,900. Indicative, as of October 2026, with driver allowance and 5% GST; hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
How many days do we need for Ayodhya?
1–2 days. With the drive from Lucknow, plan a day trip, or 2 days to see more in all. One of the most requested yatras in India now: a day from Lucknow, or two with Varanasi and Prayagraj.
When is the best time to visit Ayodhya?
October to March.
Which vehicle for our group?
4 people: Sedan; 7 people: SUV / Innova; 12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater + Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 45 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater.
How do we reach Ayodhya from abroad?
Nearest airport: Ayodhya (AYJ) or Lucknow (LKO). Nearest railway station: Ayodhya Dham Junction. Operators quote the airport pickup and the whole trip with a driver.
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