Bandra Terminus (station code: BDTS) is a railway terminus situated in the suburb of Bandra in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Operated by the Western Railway zone of Indian Railways, it functions as one of the principal originating and terminating stations for long-distance trains in the Mumbai metropolitan region, supplementing the heavily used Mumbai Central and Bandra (BA) stations.
Key facts
| Name | Bandra Terminus |
|---|---|
| Station code | BDTS |
| Location | Bandra (West/East), Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Country | India |
| Operator | Western Railway, Indian Railways |
| Line | Western line, Mumbai suburban network (long-distance terminus) |
| Type | Terminal railway station |
Overview
Bandra Terminus is distinct from the adjacent Bandra suburban station, which serves Mumbai's Western suburban services. The terminus was developed primarily to relieve pressure on Mumbai Central and Dadar by handling outstation mail, express and superfast trains. It serves as the originating point for several long-distance services connecting Mumbai with destinations across northern, western, southern and eastern India.
Background and development
The terminus was constructed on land in the Bandra area to provide additional terminal capacity for the Western Railway. Over the years it has been progressively expanded with additional platforms, pit lines and passenger amenities to accommodate a growing volume of inter-city traffic, particularly trains catering to Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Punjab and southern states.
Services
Bandra Terminus handles a mix of mail/express, superfast and seasonal special trains. It is connected to the suburban network through nearby Bandra station, allowing passengers to interchange with local services on the Western line. Road connectivity is provided through the Western Express Highway, the Bandra–Worli Sea Link and the BEST bus network, with the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) located in the vicinity.
Significance
As Mumbai's railway infrastructure has expanded to accommodate growing passenger demand, Bandra Terminus has emerged as an important secondary terminal for the Western Railway. Its location in the suburban belt offers convenient access for residents of the western and northern suburbs, reducing the need to travel to terminals in south Mumbai.
Related topics
- Western Railway zone
- Indian Railways
- Mumbai Suburban Railway
- Mumbai Central railway station
- Bandra railway station
- Bandra Kurla Complex
- Dadar railway station
References
- Wikidata: Q4520709
- Indian Railways, Western Railway zone — official station listings