About the Lucknow to Delhi bus route
Delhi to Lucknow overnight buses use the Agra–Lucknow Expressway and arrive early morning. Sleeper and Volvo semi-sleeper coaches leave Anand Vihar and Kashmere Gate between 6 pm and 11 pm. Fares spike around Holi, Diwali and Chhath, so book a week ahead for festival travel.
On Paymm, every Lucknow–Delhi bus shows its live seat map, per-seat fares and boarding points before you pay, so you can compare operators on one page. There is no convenience fee, and cancellation charges are shown on the bus card up front.
Bus types on this route
- AC SleeperFlat berths, best for the overnight run. Usually the most booked class.
- Volvo / Multi-axleReclining semi-sleeper seats with the smoothest ride; often the fastest buses.
- AC SeaterCheaper and frequent; comfortable for daytime travel.
- Non-AC Sleeper / SeaterLowest fares, from about ₹599.
Popular operators
Operator availability varies by date; the search shows every bus with live seats for your day of travel.
Lucknow to Delhi bus FAQs
How long does the Lucknow to Delhi bus take?+
Most Lucknow to Delhi buses take 8–10 hrs for roughly 555 km, depending on the operator, boarding point and traffic. Overnight departures are the most popular because you arrive early morning.
What is the cheapest Lucknow to Delhi bus fare?+
Fares on this route typically start around ₹599 for non-AC seaters and go up to about ₹1,800 for AC sleepers and multi-axle Volvos. Live fares are shown on the seat map before you pay, and Paymm adds no convenience fee.
Which operators run Lucknow to Delhi buses?+
Well-known operators on this corridor include UPSRTC, Zingbus, IntrCity SmartBus, Laxmi Holidays. Availability changes daily, so search your date to see every bus with live seats.
Can I cancel a Lucknow to Delhi bus ticket?+
Yes. Open the ticket under My bus bookings and tap Cancel. Each operator sets its own cancellation charge, which you can read on the bus card before paying. The balance is refunded to your original payment method (wallet refunds are instant).