Lucknow, the City of Nawabs, is accessible from Chinsurah via train from Howrah or flight from Kolkata. The train journey takes about 14 to 18 hours, while the flight takes 1.5 hours. This is a major route connecting the East and North.
Total Distance: Driving distance is 950 km; straight-line air distance is 800 km.
Howrah-Lucknow Express is a popular choice.
Book flights in advance.
October to March for pleasant weather.