About Mumbai Central Station
One of the oldest railway stations in India, opened as Bori Bunder station. Renamed Mumbai Central in 1996. Major terminus for long-distance trains.
What to expect: The station has 9 platforms and 10 tracks, serving the Western Line. Around 350K passengers use this station daily. It gets busy during rush hour but manageable otherwise.
Getting around: Step out of Mumbai Central station and you're within walking distance of Mumbai Central ST Bus Depot, Tardeo, AC Market. Auto-rickshaws and taxis are usually available right outside the station entrance. You can also connect to Mumbai Metro here for reaching areas the local trains don't cover.
A bit of history: This station has been part of Mumbai's lifeline since 1853 – that's 173 years of serving the city's commuters. Old-timers might still call it Bombay Central.
What You'll Find Here
Mumbai Central station has these facilities available for commuters:
Where Can You Go From Here?
These places are all within easy reach of Mumbai Central station – most are a short walk away:
Connect to Mumbai Metro
Good news – you can switch to Mumbai Metro from here. The Metro is air-conditioned, less crowded than local trains, and covers areas the suburban railway doesn't reach. Perfect for avoiding the local train rush during peak hours.
Stations Next Door
These are the stations immediately before and after Mumbai Central on the line: