🛣️OperationalNorth India

Agra–Lucknow Expressway

Agra (Etmadpur) to Lucknow (Mohan Road) — 302 km · 6 lanes (expandable to 8)

A 302 km long access-controlled expressway that connects Agra and Lucknow through central Uttar Pradesh. Completed in a record 22 months, it reduces travel time between the two cities from 5.5 hours to about 3 hours.

302

Kilometres

Lanes

100 km/h

Speed Limit

State

Agra-Lucknow Expressway Route Map

Etmadpur (Agra), Shikohabad, Firozabad, Mainpuri, Etawah, Auraiya, Kannauj, Bangermau, Unnao, Mohan Road (Lucknow)

Agra-Lucknow Expressway Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Agra (Etmadpur)

End Point (Terminus)

Lucknow (Mohan Road)

States & Union Territories

Uttar Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns

●Agra→●Firozabad→●Mainpuri→●Etawah→●Auraiya→●Kannauj→●Unnao→●Lucknow

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Key Features

●Completed in record 22 months
●Saved Rs 1800 crore against original estimate of Rs 15000 crore
●Connects Yamuna Expressway at Agra end
●Passes through 9 districts of Uttar Pradesh
●Has emergency airstrip for IAF operations

Project Details

NameAgra–Lucknow Expressway

Total Length302 km

Lanes6 lanes (expandable to 8)

Speed Limit100 km/h

StatusOperational

Operator / DeveloperUttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA)

Year Opened2016

Project CostRs 13,200 Crore

RegionNorth India

Safety Tips for Driving on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway

⚠️Strictly follow the speed limit of 100 km/h. Overspeeding on expressways attracts heavy fines.
⚠️Always wear seatbelts. Rear-seat passengers must also buckle up on expressways.
⚠️Do not stop on the main carriageway. Use designated rest areas and parking zones.
⚠️Maintain lane discipline — use the right lane only for overtaking.
⚠️Keep a safe following distance of at least 3 seconds at expressway speeds.
⚠️Use headlights even during daytime as per expressway rules.
⚠️In case of breakdown, move to the shoulder immediately and use hazard lights.
⚠️In an emergency, call 112 (Unified Emergency) or 1033 (Highway Helpline).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total length of the Agra-Lucknow Expressway?

The Agra-Lucknow Expressway has a total length of 302 km. It connects Agra (Etmadpur) to Lucknow (Mohan Road).

What is the current status of the Agra-Lucknow Expressway?

The Agra-Lucknow Expressway is fully operational, having been opened in 2016.

Which states does the Agra-Lucknow Expressway pass through?

The Agra-Lucknow Expressway passes through Uttar Pradesh.

What is the speed limit on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway?

The speed limit on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway is 100 km/h.

How many lanes does the Agra-Lucknow Expressway have?

The Agra-Lucknow Expressway has 6 lanes (expandable to 8).

What is the cost of the Agra-Lucknow Expressway project?

The Agra-Lucknow Expressway project has an estimated cost of Rs 13,200 crore.

What are the major cities connected by the Agra-Lucknow Expressway?

The major cities and towns along the Agra-Lucknow Expressway include Agra, Firozabad, Mainpuri, Etawah, Auraiya, Kannauj, Unnao, Lucknow.

Who is the operator of the Agra-Lucknow Expressway?

The Agra-Lucknow Expressway is operated/developed by Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA).

What are the key features of the Agra-Lucknow Expressway?

Key features of the Agra-Lucknow Expressway include: Completed in record 22 months; Saved Rs 1800 crore against original estimate of Rs 15000 crore; Connects Yamuna Expressway at Agra end; Passes through 9 districts of Uttar Pradesh; Has emergency airstrip for IAF operations.

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