- By Ridam Sharma
- Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:57 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Indian Railway Stations To Go To Other Countries: India has a vast network of railways, which not just provides internal connectivity but also special international train routes connecting the nation to its neighbouring countries. These international railway stations act as important doorways for exchange, trade, and tourism between nations. The international connectivity makes train travel a feasible and affordable choice for passengers across the nation. Here’s a list of Indian railway stations that will take you to other countries.
List Of Railway Stations Connecting India To Other Countries:
Haldibari Railway Station (West Bengal – Bangladesh)
Haldibari railway station, located in West Bengal, is just 4.5 km away from the Bangladesh border. Haldibari connect India with Bangladesh via Chilhati Station. The historic rail connection was again started in December 2020 and is now crossed by the Mitali Express, which travels from New Jalpaiguri Junction to Dhaka. This route will provide you scenic, trouble-free train ride from West Bengal to Bangladesh.
Petrapole Railway Station (West Bengal – Bangladesh)
Petrapole railway station is located in the North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. It is the busiest border railway station in India and the starting point of the Bandhan Express, which connects Kolkata to Khulna in Bangladesh. The station plays an important role in passenger and freight traffic; however, passengers need to have valid passports and visas to travel by this train. Petrapole is the hub of Indo-Bangladesh trade.
Jaynagar Railway Station (Bihar – Nepal)
Jaynagar railway station is located in Bihar's Madhubani district, only 4 km from the India-Nepal border. It is connected to Kurtha Station in Nepal. The recently revived passenger rail facility enables hassle-free cross-border travel without passports or visas, which makes it super convenient for locals and tourists to visit the beautiful neighbouring nation.
Singhabad Railway Station (West Bengal – Bangladesh/Nepal)
Singhabad railway station is situated in the Malda district of West Bengal. Singhabad rail primarily allows freight trains to Bangladesh's Rohanpur Station and is also responsible for trade work with Nepal.
Radhikapur Railway Station (West Bengal – Bangladesh)
Radhikapur railway station is located in Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal and is connected with Biral Station in Bangladesh. It is one of the large cargo trains that connects Assam and Bihar to Bangladesh, an important bilateral trade and economic cooperation hub.
Jogbani Railway Station (Bihar – Nepal)
Jogbani railway station in Bihar's Araria district is connected to Biratnagar in Nepal. The station facilitates both passenger and the movement of goods across the border, which is truly evolving Indo-Nepal connectivity and trade relations.
Attari Railway Station (Punjab – Pakistan)
Attari railway station is close to Amritsar, is the Indian terminal of the Samjhauta Express, which connects India to Lahore in Pakistan. Although the train is suspended at present for political reasons, the route is historically important as the principal rail connection between the two nations. The passengers of this train needed to hold valid visas and were subjected to customs and immigration inspections at the station.
List Of Indian Train Stations That Offer Cross-Border Travel:
Railway Station | Location | Connected Country | Border Station (Other Side) | Type of Service | Notable Train(s) | Passport/Visa Required |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Haldibari | Cooch Behar, WB | Bangladesh | Chilhati | Passenger | Mitali Express | Yes |
Petrapole | North 24 Parganas, WB | Bangladesh | Benapole | Passenger and Freight | Bandhan Express | Yes |
Jaynagar | Madhubani, Bihar | Nepal | Kurtha | Passenger | Jaynagar–Kurtha trains | No |
Singhabad | Malda, WB | Bangladesh/Nepal | Rohanpur | Freight (mainly) | Freight trains | N/A |
Radhikapur | Uttar Dinajpur, WB | Bangladesh | Biral | Freight (mainly) | Freight trains | N/A |
Jogbani | Araria, Bihar | Nepal | Biratnagar | Passenger and Freight | Local trains | No |
Attari | Amritsar, Punjab | Pakistan | Wagah | Passenger (suspended) | Samjhauta Express | Yes |
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