What’s the Busiest Railway Station in India?

Which is India’s busiest railway station? Discover the staggering footfall and train count of this transportation mega-hub. A story from SpotGenie Facts.

🧠 Did You Know?

India’s busiest railway station is Howrah Junction (HWH), located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

🚉 With over 1,000 trains halting daily, including express, suburban, and long-distance services, Howrah is the lifeblood of Eastern India’s rail transport.

It serves more than a million passengers each day, making it one of the busiest train stations in the world.

🚉 Why Howrah Junction Is So Critical

• Established in 1854, it’s one of India’s oldest railway stations.
• Has 23 platforms, the highest number in India.
• Acts as the central hub for Eastern Railway and South Eastern Railway zones.
• Handles trains bound for every corner of India — from Assam to Ahmedabad.

🧳 By the Numbers

• 1.5 million+ daily commuters
• 1,000+ train movements per day
• 250,000+ sq. ft. station complex
• Connected directly to Kolkata metro and ferry terminals

That’s a volume bigger than most international airports — handled daily.

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