How To Reach Allen Forest Zoo

By Air (Airport to Zoo) The nearest major airport is Kanpur Airport (KNU), also known as Chakeri Airport, located approximately 25 KMS away from the zoo. From the airport, visitors can easily hire pre-paid taxis, private cabs (like Ola/Uber), or book a local taxi service. The journey usually takes around 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the city traffic, utilizing major roads like the NH-91.

Four hundred words detailing transport: By Train (Railway Station to Zoo) The most convenient and closest railway station is Kanpur Central Railway Station (CNB), a major hub connecting to all parts of India, located about 10 KMS from the zoo. From the station, a wide range of local transport is available, including auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws, and private taxis. An auto-rickshaw ride will take approximately 20-30 minutes. For a slightly longer but more comfortable journey, a private cab is recommended. By Road (Bus/Car) The zoo is well-connected by an excellent network of roads. If traveling by inter-city bus, the nearest main bus stand is Jhakarkati Bus Terminal or the ISBT (Inter State Bus Terminal). From either bus terminal, local buses, tempo services, or auto-rickshaws are readily available for the final leg of the journey, which is typically a 30-45 minute ride. For those driving their own car or a hired taxi, ample paid parking facilities are available outside the main gate. The zoo is located near the Nawabganj area on Hastings Avenue.

By Local Transport: Within Kanpur, local transport is efficient. Visitors can use readily available auto-rickshaws (both shared and reserved), cycle-rickshaws for short distances, and public city buses which have a stop near the Nawabganj or Azad Nagar area, just a short walk from the zoo entrance. Hiring a cab or a reserved auto-rickshaw is the most comfortable option for a direct and quick trip.