How To Reach

How to Reach

Uttar Pradesh is well-connected by air, rail, and road from all major Indian cities.

A) By Air – Nearest Airports in UP

UP has four international airports and several domestic airports.

Major Airports in Uttar Pradesh:

 Lucknow (Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport – LKO) – Best for Lucknow, Ayodhya, Kanpur.
 Varanasi (Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport – VNS) – Best for Varanasi, Prayagraj, Sarnath.
 Agra (Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Airport – AGR) – Best for Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri.
 Kushinagar International Airport (KBK) – Best for Buddhist tourists (Kushinagar, Lumbini, Gorakhpur).

 Other Domestic Airports:
 Prayagraj Airport (PRG) – Best for Kumbh Mela visitors.
 Kanpur Airport (KNU) – Best for business travelers.
 Bareilly Airport (BEK) – Gateway to eastern UP.

 Best Air Route:

• From Delhi to Lucknow – 1-hour direct flight.
• From Mumbai to Varanasi – 2-hour direct flight.
• From Kolkata to Agra – 2-hour direct flight.

 Budget Tip: Book flights 2-3 months in advance for cheaper fares!

B) By Train – Rail Connectivity in UP

Uttar Pradesh has one of India’s busiest railway networks, connecting all major cities.

Major Railway Stations in UP:

 Lucknow Charbagh Railway Station (LKO) – Central hub of UP railways.
 Varanasi Junction (BSB) – Best for spiritual travelers & tourists visiting Sarnath.
 Agra Cantt (AGC) – Best for Taj Mahal visitors.
 Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ) – Best for Kumbh Mela pilgrims.
 Mathura Junction (MTJ) – Best for Mathura-Vrindavan pilgrims.

 Fast Trains to Uttar Pradesh:
✅ Vande Bharat Express (Delhi – Varanasi / Delhi – Lucknow) – Fastest train to UP.
✅ Shatabdi Express (Delhi – Lucknow / Delhi – Agra) – Best luxury train.
✅ Rajdhani Express (Delhi – Lucknow / Delhi – Varanasi) – Overnight travel option.

 Best Train Routes:

• Delhi to Agra – Gatimaan Express (1.5 hours).
• Delhi to Varanasi – Vande Bharat Express (8 hours).
• Mumbai to Lucknow – Lucknow Express (24 hours).
• Kolkata to Varanasi – Howrah Express (12 hours).

 Budget Tip: Book sleeper class (₹300-₹800) for cheap travel.

C) By Road – Bus & Highway Travel in UP

Major Highways Connecting Uttar Pradesh:

 Yamuna Expressway (Delhi – Agra) – Fastest route to Taj Mahal (3 hours).
 Agra-Lucknow Expressway – Connects Agra, Kanpur & Lucknow in 4 hours.
 Purvanchal Expressway – Best for Lucknow to Varanasi travel (6 hours).

 State & Private Bus Services:

• UPSRTC Volvo AC Buses – Lucknow, Agra, Varanasi, Kanpur.
• Private Sleeper Buses – RedBus, VRL Travels, RSRTC.

 Best Road Routes:
✅ Delhi → Agra – Yamuna Expressway (3 hours).
✅ Lucknow → Varanasi – Purvanchal Expressway (6 hours).
✅ Delhi → Ayodhya – 9-hour drive via NH19.

 Budget Tip: UPSRTC sleeper buses are cheaper than taxis and comfortable for long travel.

3. Best Time to Visit Uttar Pradesh

 Best Time for Festivals:

• Diwali in Ayodhya (October – November)
• Holi in Mathura (March)
• Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj (Next: 2025)

Plan Your Perfect UP Trip

Uttar Pradesh is a must-visit destination for travelers looking for history, spirituality, wildlife, and adventure.

✅ Fastest way to reach UP? Fly to Lucknow or Varanasi.
✅ Most budget-friendly option? Take trains & UPSRTC buses.
✅ Best for road trips? Drive via Yamuna Expressway & Agra-Lucknow Expressway.