Jul 14, 2024, 08:39 AM IST

10 oldest Railway stations in India you must know about

Pravrajya Suruchi

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST), Mumbai (1853): Formerly known as Victoria Terminus, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is not just the oldest railway station in Mumbai but also one of the most iconic structures in the city.

Howrah Junction, Kolkata (1854): This historic station is the oldest railway station complex in Kolkata and serves as a major terminus for Eastern India.

Royapuram Railway Station, Chennai (1856): Nicknamed "The Gateway of the South", Royapuram station is the second oldest railway station in South India and the oldest one in Chennai.

Pune Junction, Pune (1858): This major railway junction is the fourth-oldest operational station in India.

Kanpur Central, Kanpur (1859): Located on the banks of the Ganges River, Kanpur Central is an important railway station serving Kanpur and surrounding areas.

Allahabad Junction, Prayagraj (1859): Formerly known as Allahabad Junction, this station serves as a major railway hub in Prayagraj.

Jhansi Junction, Jhansi (1881): This station is named after the legendary Rani Lakshmibai and is an important railway station in Uttar Pradesh.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports