The short answer
Lucknow is a large rail and air hub and a natural starting point for travellers from central Uttar Pradesh. The two common routes are by road via Bahraich to Rupaidiha for Nepalgunj and Bardia, or by train and road to Gorakhpur and Sunauli for Lumbini and Pokhara. Direct flights to Kathmandu are also an option from many cities.
Choose the route by destination. For Bardia or the far west pick Rupaidiha; for Lumbini or Pokhara pick Sunauli; for Kathmandu consider a flight.
Key facts
- To Rupaidiha
- Roughly 5 to 6 hr by road
- To Gorakhpur
- Train or about 270 km road
- Flight
- Possible for Kathmandu
- Good for
- Bardia, Lumbini, Pokhara
How it works
- Pick your Nepal goalBardia, Lumbini, Pokhara, Kathmandu.
- Choose borderRupaidiha or Sunauli.
- Book transportRail or private car.
- Confirm pickupTime and place.
- Cross in daylightEarly start.
Insider tip
Decide destination first; Lucknow has more than one sensible border.
Avoid this
Do not assume a single best route for every trip.
Related questions
Can I fly from Lucknow?
Check current flights to Kathmandu.
Which border is closest?
Rupaidiha, then Sunauli.
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