Nagpur Junction NGP Railway Station

Nagpur Junction Railway Station is one of the busiest railway stations in Nagpur. It serves as a major transportation hub for both passengers and goods, connecting Nagpur with the rest of India. The total number of trains that pass through Nagpur Junction NGP is 225.
The station offers a wide range of facilities for the convenience of passengers, including ticket counters, waiting rooms, food stalls, and restrooms. It also has 8 platforms for the different trains that pass through the station, as well as a separate platform for long-distance trains.
The station is well-connected to the rest of the city and the state through a network of buses and taxis. There are also parking facilities available for those who prefer to drive to the station.

Here are some of the highlights of the Nagpur Junction Railway Station:

• Station Code: NGP Station
• Number of Platforms: 8
• Number of Gates: 2
• Number of Tracks: 13
• Parking Facilities: Available. Charges vary depending on the vehicle and parking duration.
• Amenities: AC Waiting rooms, Dormitory rooms, Cloakrooms, Nagpur Junction Railway Station lounge, Wi-Fi connectivity, ATMs, IRCTC-authorized food court, LCD information screens, Food stalls
• Distance from the Dr. Babasaheb International Airport: 9.9 kilometers (approximately).
• Popular Trains: Pune-Nagpur Express, Trishatabdi Express, CSMT Duronto Express, and Nagpur Garib Rath.
• Busiest Time: 24x7. The station handles an approximate daily footfall of 1.60 Lakh passengers

• Bus: Several public buses travel to the Nagpur Junction Railway Station. The station is just an 8-minute walk away from the nearest bus stand. Boarding a Nagpur local bus will also lower your commute costs as bus fares begin from just Rs. 12.
• Auto: Auto-rickshaws are also readily available against a starting fare of Rs. 18.
• Metro: You can also board a Nagpur Aqua metro train and get down at the Dosar Vaishya Square station. NGP Station is a 4-minute walk from the subway station. Remember that the closest Nagpur Junction metro station opens at 7.30 a.m., and metro fares start from Rs. 5.
• Taxi: When in a hurry, you can reach the Nagpur Junction Railway Station, Nagpur via prepaid cabs or regular taxis. While fares are reasonable, they will vary depending on the distance covered.

There are ten computerized ticket reservation centers at the Nagpur Junction Railway Station. Separate Tatkal booking counters and senior citizen counters are also available. However, you cannot book local trains from Nagpur Junction Railway Station ticket counters as the station only offers interstate train services.

Booking tickets online on the redRail by redBus website is recommended to avoid long queues. As an IRCTC-authorized partner, redRail offers seamless ticket booking services, train timetables, seat availability checks, and real-time updates.

You will find several vegetarian and non-vegetarian restaurants around the Nagpur Railway Station. You can try out the spicy Nagpur cuisine at the following restaurants:

Shegaon Kachori Nagpur

Distance from the Nagpur Junction Railway Station: 220 meters

Top Rated Dish: Kachori

Cuisine: Indian

Price Range: Rs. 100 per person

Shivraj the Thali Restaurant

Distance from the Nagpur Junction Railway Station: 550 meters

Top Rated Dish: Maharashtrian Thali

Cuisine: Maharashtrian

Price Range: Rs. 200 per person

Amrut Saoji Bhojnalay

Distance from the Nagpur Junction Railway Station: 1.1 kilometers

Top Rated Dish: Keema Kaleji

Cuisine: North Indian

Price Range: Rs. 200 per per

Majestic Masala

Distance from the Nagpur Junction Railway Station: 4.6 kilometers

Top Rated Dish: Murgh Malai

Cuisine: Indian

Price Range: Rs. 1,000 per person

Maher Maa Ki Rasoi

Distance from the Nagpur Junction Railway Station: 5.3 kilometers

Top Rated Dish: Upma

Cuisine: Indian

Price Range: Rs. 150 per person

Fascinating tourist spots surround Nagpur Junction Railway Station’s location. Upon stepping out of the station, you can explore cultural landmarks like museums and natural attractions like parks and lakes, including:

Kasturchand Park

Located at a distance of 1 kilometer from the NGP Station, Kasturchand Park is one of the preferred destinations in the city for conventions and trade fairs. The park is also famous for its grand Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations.

Sitabuldi Fort

The Sitabuldi Fort has great historical significance. Situated 1.7 kilometers from the NGP Station, the Fort was built by Mudhoji II Bhosle before fighting against the British in the Third Anglo-Maratha War. Soldiers who died in the Great Revolt of 1857 - including Tipu Sultan’s grandson - were buried in graves in the Fort. Now it is used by the Indian Army’s 118 infantry battalion.

Japanese Rose Garden

This soulful relaxation spot is a nature lover’s paradise. The garden hosts a variety of roses grown using techniques native to Japan. The garden's beauty makes it a top tourist spot for visitors, while locals visit it for morning walks and picnics.

Narrow Gauge Rail Museum

Located 1.8 kilometers from the NGP Station, the Narrow Gauge Rail Museum commemorates the history of the Indian railway system. Inaugurated in 2002, the museum houses galleries and displays of working trains, locos, steam engines and builder plates. The compound also has an amusement park and toy trains for kids.

Maharajbagh Zoo

Built by the Bhosle dynasty rulers, the Maharajbagh Zoo is home to various animals like peacocks, lions, and leopards. Recent additions to the zoo include scenic botanical gardens with rare plant species. With local schools organizing frequent educational trip