About Mysore Railway Station
Mysuru Junction Railway Station is the main station in Mysuru, Karnataka. It is located on the Mysuru-Bengaluru railway line and was first opened back in 1882. The station is a major junction point, serving three main routes of Bengaluru, Hassan, and Chamarajanagar.
Apart from local passenger trains, Mysuru Railway Station also handles long-distance services, including Shatabdi and Vande Bharat trains connecting Mysuru with Bengaluru and Chennai. The station is also close to Mysore Palace and other popular tourist spots, making it easy to explore the city.
Mysuru Junction: Facilities & Services
Mysuru Junction Railway Station offers several passenger facilities to ensure your journey and waiting time at the station is comfortable. Here are some of the facilities you can find at the station:
Ticket Counters and ATVMs
There are physical ticket counters near the West and East entrances of the station. You can also use automatic ticket machines to buy platform and unreserved tickets without standing in long queues.
AC and non-AC Waiting Rooms
You’ll find a general waiting hall for sleeper and other passengers on Mysuru Railway Station Platform 1. The same platform also has AC waiting rooms for passengers with AC tickets and a separate lounge for First AC and Shatabdi Express passengers.
Retiring Rooms
If you have a long wait between trains, you can book a retiring room at the station through IRCTC. Mysuru Junction Railway Station has both AC and non-AC rooms as well as dormitory options.
Food and Drinking Water
You can buy tea, coffee, snacks, and meals from the food stalls at the station. There are also RO drinking water taps and water vending machines installed across Mysuru Railway Station platforms.
Lifts and Escalators
If you're travelling with elderly family members or heavy luggage, you can use the escalators on Platforms 1 and 6 or the lifts serving Platforms 2-3 and 4-5 to avoid the stairs.
Other passenger facilities
Nursing room
Tourist help desk
Battery-operated cars for senior citizens, patients, and passengers with disabilities
Electronic information boards
ATMs
Free Wi-Fi
Cloakroom
CCTV cameras
Clean public toilets
Things to Know About Mysuru Junction Railway Station
If you're travelling to or from Mysuru Junction, here are some important station details you should know:
Station Code
The official Mysuru Junction railway station code is MYS. You can use this code when booking train tickets or checking train schedules.
Indian Railway Zone
Mysuru Railway Station comes under the South Western Railway (SWR) Zone and is part of the Mysuru Railway Division.
Railway Enquiry Number
If you need to check train timings, PNR status, delays, or get help with your journey, you can call the Rail Madad helpline number at 139.
Number of Platforms
There are 6 platforms at Mysuru Railway Station handling passenger and train traffic. You can move between platforms using the foot overbridge and subway.
Distance from Airport and Bus Stands
The Mysuru Airport (Mandakalli) is about 13 km from the Mysuru Junction Railway Station. The Suburban KSRTC Bus Stand, which is the main long-distance and intercity bus stand, is about 1.3 km away.
Parking Availability
There is paid parking available for cars and two-wheelers at both the main entrance and the back entrance near Medar Block, Yadavagiri. Parking charges depend on the type of vehicle and how long you park.
How to Reach Mysuru Railway Station
Mysuru Junction Railway Station is located near the city centre on Railway Station Road. You can reach it by bus, train, auto-rickshaw, or taxi, depending on where you're travelling from:
1. By Bus
If you're coming from Bengaluru or nearby cities, you can take a KSRTC or private bus to Mysuru. Most intercity buses arrive at the Mysuru Suburban Bus Stand (KSRTC), which is about 1.3 km from the railway station. From there, you can take an auto or taxi.
If you're already in Mysuru, local city buses can take you to the station. Most local buses drop you right outside the main station entrance.
2. By Auto-Rickshaw or Taxi
You can take an auto-rickshaw or taxi from anywhere in Mysuru to reach the Mysuru Junction Railway Station. The station has entrances on Railway Station Road and near Medar Block, Yadavagiri. Check which entrance is more convenient before leaving.
3. From Mysuru Airport
You can take a taxi from Mysuru Airport to reach the station. The journey usually takes around 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic. Some KSRTC city buses may also be available to the City Bus Stand, which is about 2 km from the station.