How to reach Lucknow from Kakdwip?

Take a local train to Kolkata and then an express train to Lucknow.

Is there a direct bus?

No, there is no direct bus service between these two cities.

What is the distance?

The road distance is approximately 1150 km.

Which is the nearest airport to Lucknow?

Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO).

Is Lucknow famous for food?

Yes, it is world-renowned for its Awadhi cuisine and kebabs.

Kakdwip

Lucknow

Train

Kakdwip to Lucknow

Updated: 28 May 2026

Traveling from Kakdwip to Lucknow requires a transit through Kolkata. You will first take a local train to Sealdah or Howrah. From there, multiple express trains run towards Lucknow Charbagh. The journey covers the fertile plains of West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh. Total transit time is typically between 18 and 24 hours.

Total Distance: Driving distance 1150 km, straight-line air distance 980 km.

Fastest Way

Flight from Kolkata to Lucknow, taking 2 hours of flight time plus transit.

Cheapest Way

Sleeper class train from Kolkata to Lucknow, costing around 900 INR.

Compare Kakdwip to Lucknow Routes

Train

Connecting

Duration

20 hours

Avg Price

1200 - 3500 INR

Operator

Indian Railways (Doon Express)

Route

Kakdwip to Sealdah, then train to Lucknow Charbagh.

Check the train status on the NTES app before leaving Kakdwip.

Travel Tips

Cuisine
Do not miss the famous Tunday Kababi in Aminabad for authentic Lucknowi flavors.
Transport
Use the Lucknow Metro for quick travel between major parts of the city.
Language
Hindi and Urdu are widely spoken; learning a few basic phrases helps.
Shopping
Buy Chikan embroidery garments, which are a specialty of Lucknow.
Timing
Avoid traveling during the peak summer months of May and June due to intense heat.