Lucknow Junction (Charbagh)

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow Junction (Charbagh)

Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Category: Railway Stations

About

Lucknow Junction, also known as Charbagh, is the main railway station serving Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and one of the busiest railway stations in Northern India. The station is renowned for its distinctive architecture that resembles a palace with domes and minarets, reflecting the Nawabi heritage of Lucknow. Lucknow Junction serves as a major transportation hub, connecting the city with destinations across India and handling a significant volume of passenger and freight traffic.

Key Features & Facilities

  • Multiple platforms and tracks for train operations

  • Palace-like architecture with distinctive domes and minarets

  • Waiting rooms and passenger amenities

  • Ticket booking counters and reservation facilities

  • Food courts and refreshment facilities

  • Parking facilities for vehicles

  • Accessibility features for differently-abled passengers

  • Connectivity to major Indian cities and towns

Location & Connectivity

  • Nearest Airport: Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow – approx. 12 km

  • Location: Central Lucknow, in the Charbagh area

  • Other Railway Stations: Gomti Nagar Railway Station – approx. 6 km

Lucknow Junction is centrally located in Lucknow, making it easily accessible and serving as the primary railway gateway to the city.

Communication & Transport Modes

Lucknow Junction is well connected by road. Local buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis, and app-based cab services operate regularly from the station. The railway station is easily accessible from the international airport and serves as a convenient transportation hub for both local commuters and tourists visiting Lucknow and Northern India.