U.P. tourism epicentre Lucknow makes a mark

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Lucknow is well connected with most tourist hotspots in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.), making it a convenient base for exploring the region. Here’s an overview of the connectivity from Lucknow to major tourist destinations in U.P.:

  1. Agra:
    • By Train: Several trains, including the Shatabdi Express, connect Lucknow with Agra. The journey takes around 5-6 hours.
    • By Road: The distance is approximately 335 km, taking around 5-6 hours via the Agra-Lucknow Expressway.
  2. Varanasi:
    • By Train: Multiple trains run between Lucknow and Varanasi, with travel times ranging from 5 to 8 hours.
    • By Road: The distance is about 320 km, and it takes around 6-7 hours by road.
  3. Allahabad (Prayagraj):
    • By Train: Frequent trains cover the 200 km distance in about 3-4 hours.
    • By Road: The journey by road takes around 4-5 hours.
  4. Kanpur:
    • By Train: A very short journey, with multiple trains taking around 1-2 hours to cover the 90 km distance.
    • By Road: It takes about 1.5-2 hours by road.
  5. Ayodhya:
    • By Train: Trains connect Lucknow with Ayodhya in about 2-3 hours.
    • By Road: The distance is approximately 135 km, and the drive takes around 2-3 hours.
  6. Mathura:
    • By Train: There are several train options, with the journey taking about 6-7 hours.
    • By Road: The distance is about 400 km, taking around 6-7 hours via the Agra-Lucknow Expressway.
  7. Jhansi:
    • By Train: Trains to Jhansi from Lucknow take around 4-5 hours.
    • By Road: The distance of 315 km takes around 5-6 hours by road.
  8. Dudhwa National Park:
    • By Train: The nearest railway station is Dudhwa, with some trains connecting via the nearby town of Lakhimpur.
    • By Road: It’s about 230 km from Lucknow, taking around 5-6 hours by road.
  9. Chitrakoot:
    • By Train: Trains take around 6-7 hours from Lucknow to Chitrakoot.
    • By Road: The distance is about 235 km, with a travel time of 5-6 hours.

Lucknow’s well-developed transport infrastructure, including rail, road, and air connectivity, facilitates easy travel to these prominent tourist destinations in Uttar Pradesh.

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