Visakhapatnam Junction VSKP Railway Station

Visakhapatnam Junction Railway Station is one of the busiest railway stations in Visakhapatnam. It serves as a major transportation hub for both passengers and goods, connecting Visakhapatnam with the rest of India. The total number of trains that pass through Visakhapatnam Junction VSKP is 131.
The station offers a wide range of facilities for the convenience of passengers, including ticket counters, waiting rooms, food stalls, and restrooms. It also has 8 platforms for the different trains that pass through the station, as well as a separate platform for long-distance trains.
The station is well-connected to the rest of the city and the state through a network of buses and taxis. There are also parking facilities available for those who prefer to drive to the station.

Listed below are some of the important facts and highlights of the Visakhapatnam City Junction railway station.

• Number of platforms: 8 platforms
• Number of gates: 2
• Number of tracks: 10 tracks
• Vehicle parking details:
• Two-wheeler parking charges are Rs. 10 for up to 12 hours
• Busiest times: Busy 24x7
• Distance from Visakhapatnam International Airport: 10 kilometers (approx.)
• Amenities in the VSKP station: Food and beverage counters, Air-conditioned Visakhapatnam Junction railway station lounge, Waiting hall, Spa, Automated Teller Machine (ATM), Water vending machines, WiFi connectivity, Retiring rooms and dormitories, Escalators on all platforms, Wheelchair-accessible ramps, Fun zone for children

The Visakhapatnam Junction station is situated a fair distance away from the main part of the city. However, its location does not pose any difficulties when it comes to accessing the station. There are many transportation modes that you can use to get to the junction. Here’s a quick look at a few of them.

• Bus
• Suburban rail
• Auto
• Taxi
• Cab

If you’re a fan of public transport, taking the bus is the best way to reach the junction. There’s a bus stand near the Visakhapatnam Junction railway station that gives you direct access to the main entrance. All you need to do is get down at the railway station bus stop, cross the road, and enter the station.

Alternatively, if you’re residing in any of the nearby localities or towns surrounding the city, you may also consider taking a local train to the Visakhapatnam Junction railway station. The train would take you directly to the junction, from where you can switch to the platform where your train is scheduled to arrive.

The ticket booking office in the Visakhapatnam Junction railway station is located in the left-hand side building of the main station premises. You can find the counter near the Mi Service Center stall.

Although there usually isn’t a long queue in front of the reservation office in the station, booking tickets online always tends to be more convenient. redRail by redBus can help you get tickets for trains to or from Visakhapatnam Junction railway station within minutes. The platform can be accessed via its website or through the dedicated smartphone application. Since redRail is authorized by IRCTC, you can purchase tickets with confidence without worrying about authenticity.

The Visakhapatnam Junction railway station is located in the vicinity of a wide range of restaurants that offer all kinds of cuisines, from Rajasthani and Dhaba foods to South Indian and multi cuisine options. There are also affordable as well as moderately priced restaurant options near the railway junction. Here is a list of the top restaurants nearby.

Rail Dhaba

Distance from Visakhapatnam Junction Railway Station: 110 meters

Top Rated Dish: Fried rice

Cuisine: Multicuisine

Price Range: Rs. 200 per person

Kaalinga Restaurant

Distance from Visakhapatnam Junction Railway Station: 400 meters

Top Rated Dish: Idly, vada and dosa

Cuisine: South Indian

Price Range:Rs. 100 per person

Dhanvin Restaurant

Distance from Visakhapatnam Junction Railway Station: 450 meters

Top Rated Dish: Biryani

Cuisine: Indian fare

Price Range: Rs. 200 per person

Pandit Rajasthani Restaurant

Distance from Visakhapatnam Junction Railway Station: 600 meters

Top Rated Dish: Paneer butter masala

Cuisine: North Indian cuisine

Price Range: Rs. 150 per person

Kanhaji Restaurant

Distance from Visakhapatnam Junction Railway Station: 1.3 kilometers

Top Rated Dish: Thali meals

Cuisine: North Indian and Chinese cuisines

Price Range: Rs. 250 per person

Matsya Darshini Aquarium

Matsya Darshini Aquarium is an aquarium that displays a large number of freshwater & saltwater fish like longhorn cowfish, lionfish, stonefish, clownfish, starfish, electric rays, porcupine fish and many more.

Saraswathi Park

Saraswathi Park is a tiny park near Daba Gardens. It is in the middle of a traffic circle and is clustered with a handful of trees & a jogging path.

Indira Gandhi Children Park

Located on Beach Road, Indira Gandhi Children Park is a well-maintained outdoor spot with a lot of rides and attractions for kids.

Rock Beach View Point

Near Naval Quarters, Rock Beach View Point is an excellent spot to enjoy the beauty of the sea as tides break at the shore.

RK Beach

Ramakrishna Beach, locally known as RK Beach, is located near the Dolphin's Nose. It is a beautiful place to relax and wind down after an exhausting day. Near the beach is a Kali Temple that is worth visiting as well.