Travel Guide to Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

Getting There

By Train

Kanpur Central Railway Station is one of the major rail junctions in North India and is well-connected to different parts of the country. Regular train services run from major cities like New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, and others to Kanpur.

By Flight

The nearest airport to Kanpur is the Kanpur Airport (KNU), also known as Chakeri Air Force Station. It is located approximately 14 kilometers from the city center and caters to domestic flights.

For international flights or flights not served directly by Kanpur Airport, travelers can fly to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) in Lucknow, which is about 77.4 kilometers from Kanpur. It has better connectivity and more frequent flights to different parts of India.

By Road

Kanpur is well connected through a network of national and state highways. The city is accessible via NH 19 and NH 34 for those traveling by car or bus. However, travelers should be aware of their specific route as certain regions may require toll fees.

How to Reach Kanpur from India's Top 10 Cities

City	Distance (Approx in KM)	By Road	By Train	By Flight
Delhi	490	Via NH 19	Various direct trains	Direct flights to Kanpur
Mumbai	1278	Via NH 48 and NH 19	Pushpak Express, Udyognagri Express	Direct flights to Lucknow then road
Kolkata	1012	Via NH 19	Calcutta Mail, Akal Takht Express	Direct flights to Lucknow then road
Chennai	2048	Via NH 44 and NH 19	GT Express, Madras Mail	Direct flights to Lucknow then road
Bangalore	1856	Via NH 44	Sanghamitra Express, Karnataka Express	Direct flights to Lucknow then road
Hyderabad	1253	Via NH 44	Secunderabad Rajdhani, Lucknow Express	Direct flights to Lucknow then road
Ahmedabad	1167	Via NH 48 and NH 19	Ala Hazrat Express, Sabarmati Express	Direct flights to Lucknow then road
Pune	1316	Via NH 52	Azad Hind express, Mahanagari Express	Direct flights to Lucknow then road
Surat	1202	Via NH 48 and NH 19	Tapti Ganga Express, Surat-Muzaffarpur Express	Connect via Mumbai or Delhi for flights
Jaipur	517	Via NH 27 and NH 19	Jaipur-Lucknow Express	Connect via Delhi for flights

For a more detailed journey plan, specific train numbers, and flight schedules, it is recommended that travelers consult with the respective travel portals or transport providers.