The Lucknow to Kanpur distance is about 85–90 km, depending on the road route. A day trip is possible, but you’ll need to plan around your transport and choose a manageable shortlist of places to visit.
- Road distance: About 90 km via NH25 or 85 km via NH-27.
- Bus journey: An estimated 1.5–2 hours via NH-27.
- Bus terminals: Lucknow Charbagh and Kanpur Jhakarkati.
- Train schedules: Search Indian Railways’ Passenger Reservation Enquiry by train name or number.
Is Kanpur practical as a day trip?
Kanpur can work as a day trip from Lucknow, but the road journey and the choice of stops will shape how much you can fit in. Kanpur is an industrial city with historical and tourist sites, according to the Kanpur Nagar district tourism page.
The road distance is about 85–90 km: about 90 km via NH25 or 85 km via NH-27. The bus route has an estimated journey of 1.5–2 hours. Allow for travel in both directions when deciding how long to spend in Kanpur.
For a short visit, choose a small group of attractions rather than trying to cover every site. Options include Nana Rao Park (Company Garden), Kanpur Zoo, temples and Shri Chhatrapati Sahuji Maharaj University.
Going from Lucknow to Kanpur by train
Use Indian Railways’ Passenger Reservation Enquiry to look up a train schedule by train name or number. Its schedule display covers reserved trains defined in the PRS system.
The search requires a train name or number, so identify a service before checking its timings. To orient yourself among Lucknow’s rail stations, compare Charbagh and Lucknow Junction.
Compare train timings with the opening information for the places you plan to visit, then leave room for the return journey. Check the schedule for the service you intend to take.
Road and bus options
The bus route connects Lucknow Charbagh with Kanpur Jhakarkati, covers 85 km via NH-27 and has an estimated journey time of 1.5–2 hours.
Buses run every 10–15 minutes, with departures from 04:00 to 23:55. Confirm the departure time and boarding point before travel, and check the official site before you go.
For local connections around Lucknow, the Lucknow metro map and routes from Hotel Golden Orchid can help you consider how to get around the city before your intercity trip.
What to see during a short visit
Kanpur’s attractions include parks, a zoo, temples and a university. Pick stops based on the kind of visit you want to make, and check each attraction’s official details before building a schedule.
Nana Rao Park, also called Company Garden, and Kanpur Zoo offer two different kinds of city stop. Other options include Radha-Krishna Temple, Sanadharm Temple, the Temple of Kaanch, Sri Hanuman Temple Panki and Siddhnath Temple.
Further choices include Jajmau Anandeshwar Temple, Bithoor Saani Temple and Shri Chhatrapati Sahuji Maharaj University. Confirm opening days and hours, ticket prices, accessibility details and visit durations with each attraction before you go.
Planning the return to Lucknow
Choose your return service before you leave Lucknow so you can plan your time in Kanpur around it. For a bus, confirm the departure time and boarding point for the Kanpur Jhakarkati–Lucknow Charbagh route; for a train, check the schedule for your chosen service.
Keep the return journey in view when selecting attractions, especially if you are visiting more than one part of the city. A shorter list of stops leaves time to reach your departure point.
FAQs
How far is Kanpur from Lucknow?
The road distance is about 85–90 km, depending on the route: about 90 km via NH25 or 85 km via NH-27.
How long does the Lucknow to Kanpur bus take?
The bus journey is estimated at 1.5–2 hours. Confirm current departure details and your boarding point before travelling.
Can you travel from Lucknow to Kanpur by train?
Use Indian Railways’ Passenger Reservation Enquiry to search a schedule by train name or number. Check the service’s timings directly before planning your visit.
What are some things to do in Kanpur?
Options include Nana Rao Park, Kanpur Zoo and temples such as Siddhnath Temple and Sri Hanuman Temple Panki. Check current opening details with each place before you go.