Popularly known as the City of Taj, Agra is situated in the north India state of Agra. The city was the capital of erstwhile Mughals during 16th - 17th century, who erected several architectural wonders. Even today Agra provides a glimpse of the bygone era through its forts and monuments and draws tourists from world over. Taj Mahal, a white marble built by Shah Jahan about 350 years ago is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Agra Fort constructed by Akbar is another superb specimen of Mughal architecture. Sikandra and Fatehpur Sikri are interesting places related to Mughals, both located at a close distance from Agra. In addition to a vibrant centre of art and culture, Agra is also famous for handicrafts, leather work, brass water, carpets, jewelry, embroidery work, zari and marble work.
Agra Cantt Railway Station
Station Code AGC
Arrival and Departure Enquiry 131, 133, 134, 0562 2364516 / 17
Reservation Enquiry 136, 0562 2364244 (manual)
Station Details Agra Cantonment or Agra Cantt railway station is the main rail head of Agra situated in the vicinity of Idgah Colony. The railway station is one of divisional headquarters of the North Central Railways. Taj Express, Shatabdi Express, Gondwana Express and Jhelum Express are some of the trains connecting Delhi with Agra. For the convenience of travelers, the railway station has a tourist reception centre. Indrail passes are also offered at Agra Cantt railway station. From the railway station taxis, tempos, auto-rickshaws and cycle rickshaws are available for various places of the city. Idgah bus station, the main bus stand of Agra is located close to the railway station. Accommodation is available in hotels, just outside the railway station.
Amenities Passenger amenities available at Agra Cantt railway station include waiting room, retiring room, computerized reservation office, tourist information counter, Indrail pass, refreshment room (vegetarian and non vegetarian), tea stall, book stall and water coolers.
Distances of major landmarks Airport (3.6 km), Taj Mahal (5.7 km), Agra Fort (5.2 km), Sikandra (9.7 km), Fatehpur Sikri (38 km), Mathura (57 km), Bharatpur (56 km), Delhi (202 km), Jaipur (237 km)
Arrival and Departure Enquiry 131, 133, 134, 0562 2364516 / 17
Reservation Enquiry 136, 0562 2364244 (manual)
Station Details Agra Cantonment or Agra Cantt railway station is the main rail head of Agra situated in the vicinity of Idgah Colony. The railway station is one of divisional headquarters of the North Central Railways. Taj Express, Shatabdi Express, Gondwana Express and Jhelum Express are some of the trains connecting Delhi with Agra. For the convenience of travelers, the railway station has a tourist reception centre. Indrail passes are also offered at Agra Cantt railway station. From the railway station taxis, tempos, auto-rickshaws and cycle rickshaws are available for various places of the city. Idgah bus station, the main bus stand of Agra is located close to the railway station. Accommodation is available in hotels, just outside the railway station.
Amenities Passenger amenities available at Agra Cantt railway station include waiting room, retiring room, computerized reservation office, tourist information counter, Indrail pass, refreshment room (vegetarian and non vegetarian), tea stall, book stall and water coolers.
Distances of major landmarks Airport (3.6 km), Taj Mahal (5.7 km), Agra Fort (5.2 km), Sikandra (9.7 km), Fatehpur Sikri (38 km), Mathura (57 km), Bharatpur (56 km), Delhi (202 km), Jaipur (237 km)
Agra Fort Railway Station
Station Code AF
Arrival and Departure Enquiry 0562 - 2364163
Reservation Enquiry 132, 0562 - 2364131
Station Details Agra Fort railway station is another important railway station of Agra located close to Agra Fort. The railway station is served by the Western Railways. Agra Fort railway station is also a terminus for the meter gauge trains. The railway is connected by mail and express trains with Delhi, Mumbai and other West Indian cities. Toofan Express connects Agra with Delhi. Palace on Wheels, the luxurious train running in Golden triangle tourist circuit passes through Agra Fort station. Agra Fort, Jami Masjid and Shri Agra Teerth are the places of tourist interest adjacent to the railway station. Close to the railway station is the Agra Fort bus stand. For local transport taxis, auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are available at the railway station.
Amenities Agra Fort railway station is equipped with facilities like waiting room, retiring room, refreshment room, tea stall, telephone booth, book stall and water coolers.
Distances of major landmarks Airport (6.4 km), Taj Mahal (3.8 km), Agra Fort (0.9 km), Sikandra (10.4 km), Fatehpur Sikri (38 km), Mathura (57 km), Bharatpur (56 km), Delhi (200 km), Jaipur (235 km)
Arrival and Departure Enquiry 0562 - 2364163
Reservation Enquiry 132, 0562 - 2364131
Station Details Agra Fort railway station is another important railway station of Agra located close to Agra Fort. The railway station is served by the Western Railways. Agra Fort railway station is also a terminus for the meter gauge trains. The railway is connected by mail and express trains with Delhi, Mumbai and other West Indian cities. Toofan Express connects Agra with Delhi. Palace on Wheels, the luxurious train running in Golden triangle tourist circuit passes through Agra Fort station. Agra Fort, Jami Masjid and Shri Agra Teerth are the places of tourist interest adjacent to the railway station. Close to the railway station is the Agra Fort bus stand. For local transport taxis, auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are available at the railway station.
Amenities Agra Fort railway station is equipped with facilities like waiting room, retiring room, refreshment room, tea stall, telephone booth, book stall and water coolers.
Distances of major landmarks Airport (6.4 km), Taj Mahal (3.8 km), Agra Fort (0.9 km), Sikandra (10.4 km), Fatehpur Sikri (38 km), Mathura (57 km), Bharatpur (56 km), Delhi (200 km), Jaipur (235 km)
Agra City Railway Station
Station Code AGA
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Station Details Agra City railway station is one of the six rail heads in Agra, situated in the northern part of the city. The railway station is under the administrative control of Northern Railways. Agra City railway station is mainly served by the passenger trains from nearby destinations. Many important express trains also pass through the railway station. Indrail passes are available at Agra City railway station. Idgah bus stand, the main bus terminus of Agra is located at a short distance from the railway station.
Amenities Amenities available at Agra Fort railway station are waiting room, tea stall, indrail pass, telephone booth, book stall and water coolers.
Distances of major landmarks Airport (6.4 km), Taj Mahal (5.5 km), Agra Fort (2.2 km), Sikandra (7.3 km), Fatehpur Sikri (38 km), Mathura (54 km), Bharatpur (56 km), Delhi (200 km), Jaipur (235 km)
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Station Details Agra City railway station is one of the six rail heads in Agra, situated in the northern part of the city. The railway station is under the administrative control of Northern Railways. Agra City railway station is mainly served by the passenger trains from nearby destinations. Many important express trains also pass through the railway station. Indrail passes are available at Agra City railway station. Idgah bus stand, the main bus terminus of Agra is located at a short distance from the railway station.
Amenities Amenities available at Agra Fort railway station are waiting room, tea stall, indrail pass, telephone booth, book stall and water coolers.
Distances of major landmarks Airport (6.4 km), Taj Mahal (5.5 km), Agra Fort (2.2 km), Sikandra (7.3 km), Fatehpur Sikri (38 km), Mathura (54 km), Bharatpur (56 km), Delhi (200 km), Jaipur (235 km)