Sitapur Bus Stop — the UPSRTC Roadways Bus Stand at Tompson Ganj, Sitapur — is the most important public transit hub in Sitapur district, a historic tehsil and district headquarters town of Uttar Pradesh situated in the Awadh region of the central Gangetic plain, approximately 82 kilometres north of Lucknow on the road toward Lakhimpur Kheri and the Nepal border zone. Sitapur occupies a uniquely strategic position in Uttar Pradesh’s road transport map: it sits on the NH-24C (Sitapur–Lucknow Highway) and is the natural junction point through which all road traffic between Lucknow and the dense Terai districts of Lakhimpur Kheri, Pilibhit, Shahjahanpur, and Bareilly must pass. The UPSRTC bus stand at Tompson Ganj is thus simultaneously a local commuter hub for the students, government workers, and traders of Sitapur town and a critical intercity waypoint on the Lucknow–Terai road corridor.
The stand is also notable for its extraordinary proximity to Sitapur KUTC Railway Station — the railway station is just 170 metres away, making this one of the most rail-accessible district bus stands in Uttar Pradesh.
Location and Address
- Address: UPSRTC Roadways Bus Stand, Tompson Ganj (Bus Stop), Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh — 261001
- Coordinates: Near Arya Nagar, Tompson Ganj, Sitapur
The bus stand is approximately 0.17 kilometres from Sitapur KUTC Railway Station, 82 kilometres from Lucknow by road, 65 kilometres from Lakhimpur Kheri, 90 kilometres from Shahjahanpur, and 150 kilometres from Bareilly.
How to Reach Sitapur Bus Stop
| Mode of Transport | Details | Approx. Time |
| Sitapur KUTC Railway Station | 0.17 km — 2-minute walk | Direct walking access |
| From Lucknow | UPSRTC Ordinary / Janrath AC — 82 km | 40 minutes — 1 hour |
| From Lakhimpur Kheri | UPSRTC — 65 km | 1 hour — 1.5 hours |
| From Shahjahanpur | UPSRTC / Private — 90 km | 1.5 — 2 hours |
| Auto-Rickshaw | Available throughout the day | Readily available |
| E-Rickshaw | Active in Tompson Ganj area | Short distance — readily available |
| Private Vehicle | NH-24C — direct highway access | Well-connected road |
Sitapur Bus Stop Timings
| Service | First Bus | Last Bus | Notes |
| UPSRTC — Lucknow | 12:20 AM | 11:55 PM | Near-24-hour service — most frequent route |
| UPSRTC — Lucknow to Sitapur | 1:25 AM | 11:35 PM | From Lucknow direction |
| UPSRTC — Lakhimpur Kheri | 6:00 AM | 8:00 PM | Regular service |
| UPSRTC — Lakhimpur to Sitapur | 6:00 PM | 6:00 PM | One recorded UPSRTC departure |
| UPSRTC — Shahjahanpur | 6:00 AM | 8:00 PM | Regular service |
| UPSRTC — Bareilly | 6:00 AM | 7:30 PM | Via Shahjahanpur |
| UPSRTC — Delhi | 6:00 AM | 10:00 PM | Long-distance service |
| UPSRTC — Meerut / Moradabad | 6:00 AM | 8:00 PM | North UP corridor |
| Private Buses | 5:00 AM | 10:00 PM | Various operators |
Facilities at Sitapur Bus Stop
| Facility | Status | Details |
| UPSRTC Ticket Counter | ✅ Available | Government booking windows |
| Online Booking | ✅ Available | UPSRTC website, redBus, AbhiBus |
| Passenger Waiting Area | ⚠️ Basic | Seating available — improvement needed |
| Food and Tea Stalls | ✅ Available | Vendors at and near the bus stand |
| ATM | ✅ Available | Banks in Tompson Ganj commercial area |
| Auto-Rickshaw / E-Rickshaw | ✅ Available | Available throughout the day |
| Railway Station Access | ✅ Direct | Sitapur KUTC Station — 0.17 km walk |
| Pharmacy | ✅ Available | Medical shops in Tompson Ganj area |
| Drinking Water | ⚠️ Limited | Water facility at the stand |
| CCTV / Security | ✅ Available | Basic security infrastructure |
Major UPSRTC Bus Routes From Sitapur Bus Stop
| Destination | Bus Type | Journey Time | Approx. Fare |
| Lucknow | Ordinary / Janrath AC / Shatabdi AC / Pink Express | 40 min — 1 hour | ₹135 — ₹350 |
| Lakhimpur Kheri | Ordinary / AC | 1 — 1.5 hours | ₹129 — ₹250 |
| Shahjahanpur | Ordinary / AC | 1.5 — 2 hours | ₹150 — ₹280 |
| Bareilly | Ordinary / Janrath | 2.5 — 3 hours | ₹200 — ₹380 |
| Delhi | Janrath AC / Rajdhani / Bharat Benz AC | 6 — 7 hours | ₹450 — ₹900 |
| Meerut | Ordinary / AC | 5 — 6 hours | ₹350 — ₹650 |
| Moradabad | Ordinary / Janrath | 4 — 5 hours | ₹300 — ₹550 |
| Pilibhit | Ordinary | 2 hours | ₹150 — ₹250 |
Nearby Area
Naimisharanya (Naimish Forest) — Pilgrimage Site — Approximately 45 kilometres from Sitapur Bus Stand, Naimisharanya is one of the most sacred pilgrimage destinations in the Hindu tradition — a forest grove on the banks of the Gomti River believed to be the spot where the great sage Shounaka gathered 88,000 sages to hear the Puranas. The Chakra Tirtha, Vyas Gaddi, and Lalita Devi Temple within the Naimisharanya complex attract hundreds of thousands of devotees each year, many of whom travel via the Sitapur Bus Stand.
Sitapur Town and District Headquarters — Sitapur town itself is a significant administrative and commercial centre — the headquarters of Sitapur district, one of Uttar Pradesh’s most historically rich districts in the Awadhi cultural heartland. The district collectorate, civil courts, government offices, and the bustling commercial lanes of Tompson Ganj and Arya Nagar are all within walking distance of the bus stand.
Sitapur KUTC Railway Station — The railway station — just 170 metres from the bus stand — is one of the most conveniently rail-proximate bus stands in Uttar Pradesh. Sitapur is on the Lucknow–Lakhimpur Kheri railway line, providing train connectivity alongside the bus network.
Lucknow — State Capital — The nearest major city, Lucknow — Uttar Pradesh’s capital and the centre of Awadhi culture, the renowned Nawabi cuisine, and the state’s most important government offices — is 82 kilometres from Sitapur. The UPSRTC bus service runs between the two towns virtually round the clock, with the first bus departing Sitapur for Lucknow at 12:20 AM and the last at 11:55 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How far is Sitapur Bus Stop from Lucknow?
A: Approximately 82 kilometres — 40 minutes to 1 hour by UPSRTC bus. The Lucknow route is Sitapur’s most frequent, running almost 24 hours.
Q2. What is the first bus from Sitapur to Lucknow?
A: The first UPSRTC departure from Sitapur to Lucknow is at 12:20 AM — an exceptionally early service reflecting the route’s all-day demand.
Q3. How far is the railway station from Sitapur Bus Stand?
A: Sitapur KUTC Railway Station is just 170 metres away — a 2-minute walk, making it one of India’s most rail-adjacent district bus stands.
Q4. Which bus types does UPSRTC operate from Sitapur?
A: UPSRTC operates Ordinary, Rajdhani Non-AC, Janrath AC, Shatabdi AC, Pink Express (women-only AC), and Bharat Benz AC Seater/Sleeper from Sitapur.
Q5. Is there a direct bus from Sitapur to Delhi?
A: Yes. UPSRTC operates Janrath AC, Rajdhani, and Bharat Benz AC services from Sitapur to Delhi — approximately 6 to 7 hours journey, fare from ₹450.
Q6. Is Naimisharanya accessible from Sitapur Bus Stop?
A: Yes. Naimisharanya is approximately 45 kilometres from Sitapur — reachable by local UPSRTC services or shared auto-rickshaws from the bus stand.
