Lucknow is perfectly positioned for road trips — Varanasi, Prayagraj, Nainital, Agra, and Delhi are all within 5–6 hours by cab. Here are the top routes worth booking.
Lucknow, the City of Nawabs, is strategically located in the centre of Uttar Pradesh — making it one of the best starting points for outstation cab trips in North India. Here are the top routes from Lucknow.
Lucknow to Varanasi (320 km, 5.5 hrs)
One of India's great cultural road trips. The Ganga ghats, Kashi Vishwanath, and Ganga Aarti make this an essential trip. Allow 2–3 nights. Sedan from ₹3,700.
Lucknow to Agra (360 km, 5 hrs)
The Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. Can be done as a day trip if you leave by 5 AM, though 1 night in Agra is better. Sedan from ₹4,100.
Lucknow to Nainital (400 km, 7 hrs)
A long but comfortable drive through Bareilly to the Queen of Hills. Best as a 3-day trip. SUV recommended.
Lucknow to Prayagraj (200 km, 3.5 hrs)
The Sangam — confluence of three rivers — and the Allahabad Fort. Easy day trip. Excellent for Kumbh season visits.
Lucknow to Ayodhya (135 km, 2.5 hrs)
Ram Janmabhoomi, the newly constructed Ram Mandir, and Hanuman Garhi. A half-day or one-day pilgrimage trip from Lucknow.
Lucknow to Bareilly (270 km, 5 hrs)
The stepping stone to Kumaon and Corbett. Stop at Shahjahanpur and Aonla for local specialties.