Are there Train Stations in Udaipur?

Yes, there are train stations in Udaipur that timely anchor service to thousands of passengers. Out of all the train stations spread within the city of lakes, the chief one is called the Udaipur City Railway Station. It is located on the City Station Road, which is in Jawahar Nagar, Udaipur. To simply put, it is the head train station present in the prime area and is also closer to the tourist places of Udaipur. Therefore, taking a train to Udaipur is economically feasible and favourable due to its location. After knowing this, you must be planning a solo trip to Udaipur by train. In that case, I have compiled all the necessary information you will require if you plan to reach Udaipur by train. So, keep reading the article and get back to me if you still need more information.

Where is Udaipur City Railway Station?

If you have googled the major tourist destinations of Udaipur, you surely must have caught the names such as Jagdish Temple, City Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli, and Gangaur Ghat. All these places mark the heart of Udaipur. The main railway station of Udaipur, which is called the Udaipur City Railway Station, is also located in this territory. To be more accurate, it is just 2 km from the city centre, and you can easily walk to nearby tourist destinations within 10 minutes. The location of Udaipur railway station is a fascinating reason to travel to Udaipur by train. That said, there are a total of four platforms and eight tracks in the Udaipur City Railway Station.

Railway stations in Udaipur

Now that we know about the Udaipur City Railway Station let’s find out about the other railway stations in Udaipur. Although there are many local train stations in Udaipur, two railway stations grab the spotlight next to Udaipur City Railway Station. They are Rana Pratap Nagar Railway Station and Umarda Railway Station. Both these stations rank next to the Udaipur Railway Stations.

Code of Udaipur City Railway Station

We were just looking at the other railway stations in Udaipur. However, for the time being, let’s focus on the Udaipur City Railway Station, as it is the most important railway station and the most convenient for solo travellers. Who doesn’t like a station that is only a 5 to 10-minute walk from tourist attractions and lodging facilities? Further said, double-check that you’ve purchased a ticket for the correct train. ‘UDZ’ is the station code for Udaipur City Railway Station. And that is your call to take a train to Udaipur if you wish to travel on a budget.

How to reach Udaipur City Railway Station

If you are an international traveller, without much confusion, you can take a train from Delhi to Udaipur City Railway Station. If you are an Indian belonging to the northern part of India, you will have direct train routes. Hence, it is an easy task again. But in other cases, you need to jump two trains. The first connects with a major route, and the second leads to Udaipur.

Is there a retiring room in Udaipur City Railway Station?

Udaipur City Railway Station has a retiring room for passengers to relax. If you are new to this arrangement, let me shed more light on this matter. The retiring rooms available in railway stations are dedicated to passengers who stay in the railway station for more than a few hours, like 10 or 12 hrs. But anyone can use the retiring rooms on payment. They are neat and safe as it is a paid luxury. So, if your train arrives late at night, you can safely sleep in the retiring rooms. There are three types of retiring rooms- single room with A/C, single room without A/C, and dormitory. The dormitory costs Rs. 50 for a bed. A single room with an A/C costs Rs. 300 and without an A/C costs Rs. 150.

Tourist places near Udaipur City Railway Station

Jagdish Temple

Jagdish Temple, one of the famous temples of Udaipur, is located 2.9 km from the Udaipur City Railway Station. The Jagdish Temple, built in the ancient Indo-Aryan architecture, hosts several appealing features like elephants flanking the entrance staircase, a tranquil ambience, and intricate carvings in white marble.

Gangaur Ghat

Ghat is one of the major attractions of Udaipur. Ghats are a fleet of stairs connecting us to the lake with an amazing view. That said, there are many ghats in Udaipur. As these ghats are linked to Lake Pichola, it’s taken that they are near the Udaipur City Railway Station as well. Yes, they are situated within a 2 km radius of the Udaipur City Railway Station.

City Palace

Udaipur City Palace, a marvellous destination, is located 3 km from the Udaipur City Railway Station. You don’t need any introduction to the royal presence of Udaipur. City Palace, together with many palaces located on the lake, depicts the aristocratic lifestyle and beauty of the Mewar dynasty.

Bagore Ki Haveli

Udaipur City Railway Station is 4 kilometres away from Bagore Ki Haveli, an architectural marvel from the 18th century. It is known for its ornate mirror craftsmanship, and mural paintings of that era adorn the walls of this estate, capturing the attention of all tourists. Its allure hasn’t faded with time. You can sense the aura of the haveli once you step inside!

Lake Pichola

The city of lakes’ chief source of attraction is Lake Pichola. Lake Pichola kind of connects Udaipur’s all major tourist spots. Calling it the lifeline lake of Udaipur would be an understatement as you can participate in myriad adventurous activities in Lake Pichola. It is just a few minutes away from the railway station.

Is a taxi available at Udaipur City Railway Station?

When compared to Udaipur Airport, which has a shortage of standby taxis and autos, you can find a lot of them in front of Udaipur City Railway Station. Since it is located on the busy streets of Udaipur, you can even catch a ride from the passing vehicles. However, I prefer taking an auto as it is a cheap and best mode of transport in Udaipur.

Important trains stopping by at Udaipur Railway Station

Ready for the profitable train ride?

Given the information, one thing is sure: reaching Udaipur by train is feasible. It is also convenient for solo travellers as it is in a chief location. You also have a retiring room to relax in case you end up staying at the railway station for longer. Consider all these benefits before booking tickets for your solo trip to Udaipur.

Find out the hotels near Udaipur City Railway Station here.