Howrah Railway Station

"Howrah Junction is India’s busiest railway terminus, connecting Eastern India via extensive long-distance routes across the entire nation. Its iconic red-brick architecture makes it a historical landmark and a massive, foundational hub for pan-Indian travel.

​The junction serves as the nerve center for Kolkata's suburban rail network, providing vital services for daily commuters. Crucially, the adjacent Howrah Metro station provides seamless underground access to a part of the nation's first commissioned metro system.

​A standout modern feature is the unique car-to-platform entry system. This allows private cars and taxis to drop travelers directly onto distinct platforms, greatly simplifying access for the elderly and those navigating heavy luggage.

​For enhanced passenger comfort, the station provides dedicated retiring rooms for long-term stays and premium executive paid lounges. These amenities, alongside essential facilities like clean washrooms and diverse food options, ensure a comfortable waiting experience.

​Passenger safety is secured by extensive CCTV monitoring and constant Railway Protection Force (RPF) presence. Overall, Howrah Junction functions as an immensely high-capacity, efficient, and well-equipped transport gateway for millions of travelers."

Rizwan Uddin

"Howrah Junction, also known as Howrah railway station, is located in Howrah, West Bengal, and serves the Kolkata metropolitan area. It is the largest and busiest railway station in India with 23 platforms and 25 tracks, handling more than 600 trains daily including local, long-distance, superfast, and suburban trains. The station was opened in 1854 and is one of the oldest surviving railway complexes in India.
Facilities at Howrah Junction include waiting halls, food stalls, book shops, ticket counters, escalators, digital display boards, first-class lounges, clean toilets, cloakrooms for luggage, and free Wi-Fi. There are also retiring rooms and dormitories for transit passengers. The station is wheelchair accessible and well-maintained despite heavy footfall.
Howrah Junction also has an underground metro station as part of the Kolkata Metro Green Line, which connects to Mahakaran station in Kolkata through India’s first under-river metro tunnel beneath the Hooghly River.
The station is a major transportation hub connecting Howrah and Kolkata with many cities across India by Eastern Railway and South Eastern Railway networks. It is linked to the iconic Howrah Bridge, a famous local landmark, making it a key point for travelers and commuters in the region."

Rakesh Rai

"It is the largest and busiest railway complex in India and one of the oldest surviving railway stations in the country. The station serves as a critical hub connecting Kolkata to the rest of India via numerous major cities. It has 23 platforms divided into two terminals: Terminal 1 (platforms 1 to 15) and Terminal 2 (platforms 17 to 23), with multiple ongoing expansions to increase capacity. The station accommodates long-distance trains, suburban EMU trains, goods trains, and offers various passenger facilities such as waiting areas, free Wi-Fi, dormitory accommodations, and air-conditioned lounges for first-class passengers. Howrah railway station is a vital transportation and cultural landmark in India, serving as a gateway to Kolkata and a key node in the Indian railway network."

Jibon Borah