Train In Odisha

The capital city of Odisha - Bhubaneshwar and the seat of Lord Jagannath - Puri are well-connected to other cities of India through a good rail network.

There are direct trains from some of the major junctions such as Delhi and Kolkata to Puri via Bhubaneswar. Located at 440 km from Kolkata in North and 445 km from Visakhapatnam in South Bhubaneswar is headquartered of South Eastern Railway. Bhubaneswar is a stoppage point for all express and super fast trains that also come to a halt at Puri. Direct trains are also available from Ahmedabad, Tirupati, and Patna to Bhubaneshwar.

To reach Puri from South India, link trains from Khurda Road Junction can be taken. A number of trains also ply on a daily basis between Bhubaneswar to Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Nagpur each.

About Odisha Railway Service

Odisha’s railway network is an essential part of India’s Eastern Railways, connecting major cities and industrial hubs. Bhubaneswar, the capital, serves as a key railway junction, while Puri, famous for the Jagannath Temple, is a major pilgrimage destination. Major railway stations include Cuttack, Rourkela, Sambalpur, and Berhampur. The state is served by the East Coast Railway (ECoR), ensuring smooth connectivity to metropolitan cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai, and Mumbai. Odisha’s railways support both passenger and freight transport, crucial for industries like mining and agriculture. Scenic train routes pass through lush forests, rivers, and coastal plains, enhancing travel experiences.

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