10 Busiest Railway Stations of India
10 Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction
Boasting Asias largest marshalling yard and serving all eastbound Rajdhani trains, this junction, opened in 1862, is a critical hub. Its 8 platforms handle over 450 trains monthly and 127 commuter trains daily, offering vital connections.
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9 Nagpur Junction Railway Station
Maharashtras historic junction, Nagpur, built in 1867, sits at the crossroads of major rail lines. With 8 platforms handling 260 trains and over a lakh passengers daily, its a bustling centre of connectivity.
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8 Kalyan Junction
Mumbais suburban heartbeat, Kalyan, with its 8 platforms, connects the citys northeast and southeast lines. Over 280 trains and a lakh passengers pass through daily, making it a key node in the citys transportation system.
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7 Vijayawada Railway Station
Andhra Pradeshs bustling junction, Vijayawada, built in 1888, sees over 400 trains daily. Its 10 platforms, with the 7th being the longest, cater to over a lakh passengers, making it a vital link in the regional network.
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6 Kanpur Railway Station
A bustling crossroads, Kanpur Central, with its 10 platforms, witnesses over a million passengers daily. Its the second busiest in terms of train frequency, with over 600 trains passing through, connecting over 580 stations.
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5 Chennai Railway Station
South Indias grand entryway, Chennai Central, stands tall since 1873. Its 15 platforms cater to long-distance journeys and suburban commutes, serving over 550,000 passengers daily.
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4 New Delhi Railway Station
Delhis gateway to the nation, New Delhi station boasts 16 platforms, welcoming and bidding farewell to over 400 trains daily. Over 160,000 passengers transit through its halls, making it a vibrant hub of connectivity.
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3 Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Railway Station
Majestic and grand, CST, Mumbais crown jewel, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in 1887, its 18 platforms witness the comings and goings of over a million passengers daily, a vibrant blend of local and long-distance travel.
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2 Sealdah Railway Station
Kolkatas suburban lifeline, Sealdah hums with 20 platforms, efficiently ferrying over a million passengers daily. Built-in 1869, its North and South terminals cater to both city commutes and intercity journeys.
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1 Howrah Railway Station
Grand dame of Indian railways, Howrah has stood tall since 1854, bustling with over 600 trains daily. Its 23 platforms, a testament to its legacy, serve over a million passengers, making it Indias busiest.
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