Pune Junction railway station

Pune Junction is a railway station in Pune, India, with six platforms serving more than 200,000 passengers daily through regional and long-distance trains across Maharashtra and beyond. The complex spans multiple tracks connected by pedestrian bridges and forms a central hub for travelers between Mumbai, Chennai, and other destinations.

The station began operations in 1858 when the railway line expanded into the region. A major reconstruction took place in 1925, creating the current building during the expansion of the Mumbai-Chennai route.

The name derives from the city of Pune, whose history as a Maratha capital makes the station a symbol of regional connection. Travelers today experience the exchange between traditional vendors on the platform and modern commuters streaming through the halls.

The complex offers ticket counters, waiting rooms, food stalls, and free WiFi throughout all areas. Modern elevators at the pedestrian bridges make all platforms accessible for travelers with luggage or limited mobility.

Three pedestrian bridges with elevators connect the platforms at an elevation of 560 meters (1,837 feet) above sea level. Robotic security systems perform automated luggage screening at the entrances, a technology still rare among Indian railway stations.