How to Reach IIM Lucknow: Airport, Rail, Road
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IIM Lucknow How to Reach Overview
This IIM Lucknow how to reach guide starts with the IIM Lucknow address: Prabandh Nagar, IIM Road, Lucknow 226013. This page covers the Lucknow campus, not the Noida one. The figures below show how far each arrival point is.
25.3 km
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
53 to 66 minutes by cab
20.1 km
Charbagh (Lucknow Junction)
45 to 50 minutes by cab
12.0 km
Badshahnagar, Nearest Railway Station
35 to 40 minutes by cab
11.4 km
I T College, Nearest Metro Station
By road, 30 to 36 minutes
The Last 12 Km Or More Is Always By Cab
No metro line or railway line reaches the gate. From the nearest stations the road leg is 11 to 20 km, so keep a cab or auto as your main plan.
The tabs below show how to reach IIM Lucknow for each type of visitor.
Check the centre named in your interview letter first, because Lucknow is one of six centres. Travel a day early to reach IIM Lucknow on time. Cab times from the airport and Charbagh are in the sections below. Follow the IIM Lucknow directions on the map pin.
IIM Lucknow How to Reach by Air
How to reach IIM Lucknow by air means landing at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport at Amausi and taking a cab. The shortest road runs via NH 230 and NH 731. Take the shortest IIM Lucknow route unless traffic changes, and share the IIM Lucknow address with the driver.
Step 1
Land And Collect Your Bags
Exit the terminal and book a taxi or an app cab.
Step 2
Give The Drop Point
Say IIM Lucknow, Prabandh Nagar, IIM Road, or share the map pin.
Step 3
Ride Via NH 230 And NH 731
Follow the shortest road and keep the map pin open.
Step 4
Reach Sitapur Road
Confirm your gate and reporting time with the admissions office before you travel.
How Far Is IIM Lucknow From the Airport?
How to reach IIM Lucknow from the airport is a drive of about 25.3 km, and it takes about 53 minutes on the shortest route. The two other roads run about 39 to 41 km and take 58 to 66 minutes, as Google Maps showed. IIM Lucknow transportation from the terminal is by taxi or app cab.
IIM Lucknow How to Reach by Train
How to reach IIM Lucknow by train is simplest through Badshahnagar, about 12.0 km from the campus. The cab ride takes 35 to 40 minutes. The table shows how to reach IIM Lucknow from Gomti Nagar and Charbagh too.
| How to reach IIM Lucknow from station | Distance | Cab time |
|---|---|---|
| Badshahnagar | About 12.0 km | 35 to 40 min |
| Gomti Nagar | About 17.4 km | 39 to 50 min |
| Charbagh (Lucknow Junction) | About 20.1 km | 45 to 50 min |
Which Is the Nearest Railway Station to IIM Lucknow?
The nearest railway station to IIM Lucknow is Badshahnagar, about 12.0 km away by road. It is the easiest way to reach IIM Lucknow by train, so check that your train stops there before you book. Take a cab for the rest of the way. Gomti Nagar is the middle choice at about 17.4 km. This is the shortest IIM Lucknow route from any railway station.
What Is the Distance Between Charbagh Station and IIM Lucknow?
The distance between Charbagh station and IIM Lucknow is about 20.1 km by road. The institute's website names this main station as Charbagh Railway Station (Lucknow Junction), so the two names mean one station. Charbagh has the most train services, so many travellers get down there. How to reach IIM Lucknow from Charbagh adds about 8 km compared with Badshahnagar.
IIM Lucknow How to Reach by Road
How to reach IIM Lucknow by road starts at Alambagh ISBT, a main intercity bus stand. These roads form the IIM Lucknow transportation network for long trips, and the IIM Lucknow location is on the same corridor. The table shows which highways link Lucknow with other cities.
| Highway | Links Lucknow With |
|---|---|
| Lucknow-Agra Expressway | Noida, Ghaziabad, Mathura and Agra |
| State Highways 25, 34, 36 and 40 | Lakhimpur Kheri, Hardoi, Raebareli, Unnao and Kanpur |
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How Far Is Alambagh Bus Stand From IIM Lucknow?
Alambagh ISBT is about 22 to 24.5 km from the campus. The ride takes 51 to 58 minutes by cab or auto. This is the longest road leg on this page, so allow extra time if you arrive by bus.
Can I Drive to IIM Lucknow, and Is There Parking?
Yes, you can drive. How to reach IIM Lucknow by car is simple. Take Sitapur Road to the campus and follow the IIM Lucknow directions on the map pin. The institute does not publish visitor parking rules, so ask the admissions office about parking and the gate before you drive in.
Local Transport to IIM Lucknow
The metro takes you only part of the way, because no station is at the campus. The IIM Lucknow transportation plan always ends with a cab or auto. The table gives how to reach IIM Lucknow by metro from three stations.
| How to reach IIM Lucknow by metro, station | Distance by road | Cab time |
|---|---|---|
| I T College | About 11.4 km | 30 to 36 min |
| Badshah Nagar | About 11.9 km | 34 to 42 min |
| Munshipulia | About 12.9 km | 29 to 32 min |
How to reach IIM Lucknow by metro takes two legs, one by rail and one by road. Ride to one of these stations, then book an auto or app cab. Fares are not fixed here, so check the meter or the app before you ride.
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Which Metro Station Is Closest to IIM Lucknow?
The IIM Lucknow nearest metro station is I T College, about 11.4 km by road. The cab ride from there takes 30 to 36 minutes. Badshah Nagar and Munshipulia are the other two stations. If you want to know how to reach IIM Lucknow from the city centre, start at the nearest of the three.
What Is the Cheapest Way to Reach IIM Lucknow?
Take the metro to I T College, then an auto for about 11.4 km. A direct cab from the airport or station costs more but saves a transfer. Lucknow Metro publishes its fares on its own website.
IIM Lucknow Campus Location & Map
The IIM Lucknow location is Prabandh Nagar, on Lucknow-Sitapur Road, about 12 km from the nearest railway station. The campus sits on IIM Road, on the north side of the city. Google Maps lists it as Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, with the postal code 226013. The IIM Lucknow address on the pin is the same as the one in the overview. Use it to plan how to reach IIM Lucknow from any hotel.
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What Should I Tell the Cab Driver?
Say "IIM Lucknow, Prabandh Nagar, IIM Road". Add "Sitapur Road side" if the driver is unsure, and show the IIM Lucknow location pin. Confirm the Lucknow campus by name, because drivers may think of the Noida campus. Ask the admissions office which gate to use.
Commonly asked questions
Answers to what readers ask most often.
Q: Why do the distances differ from the institute's website?
The institute's pages say about 17 km from Charbagh and 26 km from the airport. Its campus page says 21 km and 31 km. Google Maps road distances were about 20.1 km from Charbagh and 25.3 km from the airport. Plan how to reach IIM Lucknow with the Maps figures. Data Sources: IIM Lucknow how to reach and campus pages, and Google Maps.
Q: Which IIM Lucknow courses run at the Noida campus?
The PGP-SM, PGPWE, IPMX and EFPM run at the Noida campus. The PGP and PGP-ABM run at Lucknow, and the bMBA is taught live online with campus stays at Lucknow. This guide shows how to reach IIM Lucknow at the Lucknow campus only. Data Sources: IIM Lucknow campus pages.
Q: Whom do I contact for my reporting time and gate?
Call the admissions office on +91-522-6696682, or write to admission@iiml.ac.in. Ask for your reporting time, gate and any pass you need before you plan how to reach IIM Lucknow. Data Sources: IIM Lucknow contact details.
Q: Can I visit the IIM Lucknow campus without an interview?
Ask the admissions office before you travel, because a visit may need a pass. Then plan how to reach IIM Lucknow for that day. Data Sources: IIM Lucknow contact details.
Campus location
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
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