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DLI/Old Delhi Junction (16 PFs)
Local Name: Purani Delhi
दिल्ली जंक्शन
دِلّی جنکشن

Track: Double Electric-Line

Updated: Jul 06 (18:53) by PBPJVK~
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Old Delhi Junction, known as Delhi Junction or DLI, is one of the busiest and oldest railway stations in India, serving as a vital hub for both domestic and international travelers. With a total of 16 platforms, it handles a significant volume of train traffic, making it a critical point in the Indian Railways network. **Reaching Old Delhi Junction by Road:** Old Delhi Junction is well-connected by road. It is easily accessible from various parts of the city. The most common routes to the station include: - **From Connaught Place (CP):** You can take the Outer Ring Road (Barakhamba Road), or if you prefer a more scenic route, consider Chandigarh Road via Rajiv Chowk. This is about 6 km and takes around 20-30 minutes depending on traffic. - **From Indira Gandhi International Airport:** The airport is approximately 23 km away. The quickest route is via the NH 48, but you can also take the Delhi-Gurgaon...
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Expressway (about 30-40 minutes depending on traffic). - **From New Delhi Railway Station:** The distance is about 3 km, with an easy connection by road. You can opt for a taxi or auto-rickshaw, which takes around 10-15 minutes. Several bus stations near Old Delhi Junction provide frequent services. The closest are: - **Kashmiri Gate ISBT:** About 3 km away, it connects to interstate buses. - **Maharana Pratap ISBT:** Approximately 5 km away, useful for intercity travel. **Lodging Facilities:** A variety of lodging options is available near Old Delhi Junction. Some of the prominent hotels include: - **Hotel Ajanta:** A well-rated hotel situated close to the station, offering comfortable rooms and courteous service. - **Hotel Amax Inn:** This budget-friendly option provides clean rooms and is located near the railway station. - **The Royal Plaza:** A bit more upscale, this hotel offers modern amenities and is perfect for those looking for a more luxurious experience. - **Hotel Grand Godwin:** Located just a short distance from the station, it provides good dining options alongside comfortable accommodation. These accommodations cater to various budgets and preferences, ensuring a pleasant stay for travelers. **Vegetarian Food Facilities:** Old Delhi is renowned for its culinary options, particularly for vegetarians. Key places to eat include: - **Haldiram���s:** A well-known chain that offers an extensive menu of delicious vegetarian North Indian snacks and meals, located just a short distance from the station. - **Bikanervala:** Another popular spot that offers a variety of vegetarian sweets, snacks, and meals, perfect for travelers craving quick bites. - **Gali Paranthe Wali:** Situated in Chandni Chowk, it's famous for its stuffed parathas and a must-visit for those who enjoy local street food. - **Nirula's:** A fast-food chain that provides vegetarian options, convenient for those looking for a quick meal. **Relative Safety:** Old Delhi Junction and its vicinity have a considerable security presence due to the heavy influx of travelers. While it is generally safe, as with any busy location, it is advisable to remain vigilant, especially with personal belongings. The area around the station is bustling, which can pose some risks of petty theft; hence, avoiding poorly lit places at night and being cautious in crowds is recommended. Overall, Old Delhi Junction stands as a key transit point in the city, combining historical charm with modern conveniences, making it an essential part of Delhi���s travel experience. Whether you are just passing through or planning to explore the rich culture of Old Delhi, this area serves as a great starting point.

Station Address

Jn Pt PNP,GZB,AWR,NDLS ,Shyama Prasad Mukherji Marg ,Near Chandni Chowk Metro Station,Mori Gate, New Delhi, Delhi 110006
State: Delhi NCT

Elevation: 219 m above sea level
Type: Junction   Category: NSG-1
Zone: NR/Northern   Division: Delhi


Number of Platforms: 16
Number of Halting Trains: 62
Number of Originating Trains: 70
Number of Terminating Trains: 69
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Rating: 3.3/5 (404 votes)
cleanliness - average (58)
porters/escalators - average (48)
food - good (52)
transportation - good (55)
lodging - good (45)
railfanning - good (52)
sightseeing - good (47)
safety - average (47)
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Mar 26 (19:14)   12381/Poorva Express (Via Gaya) (PT) | HWH/Howrah Junction (23 PFs)
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Delhi Bound Non Premium Train from Eastern India premiere league starts today!

Will share Delhi Bound Trains in 4 different Groups!
Groups Are
1) West Bengal Group
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Odisha Group
3) Bihar/Jharkhand Group
4) Northeast Group

Most voted train from each group will qualify for the final

This is the West Bengal Group.
Trains Include
Poorva Express (Gaya/Patna)
West Bengal Sampark Kranti/Sealdah Jalianwalabagh
Kalka Mail aka Netaji Express
Santragachi - Anand Vihar (T) weekly Express
Haldia - Anand Vihar (T) weekly Express
Howrah - Barmer Express via Old Delhi
NJP - New Delhi Express
Sikkim Mahananda Express
Farakka Express (Sultanpur/Ayodhya Cantonment)

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Poorva Express (Gaya/Patna)
69%
24
West Bengal Sampark Kranti/Jalianwalabagh
14%
5
Kalka Mail aka Netaji Express
6%
2
Santragachi - Anand Vihar (T) weekly Express
3%
1
Haldia - Anand Vihar (T) Weekly Express
3%
1
Howrah - Barmer Express via Old Delhi
0%
0
NJP - New Delhi Express
0%
0
Sikkim Mahananda Express
3%
1
Farakka Express (Sultanpur/Ayodhya Cantonment)
3%
1

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May 27 2016 (19:42)   11077/Jhelum Express (PT) | PUNE/Pune Junction (6 PFs)
 
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Here is the Zone-wise list of LONGEST ORDINARY DAILY MAIL/EXPRESS (not SF) trains. Which train is BETTER and has a fair/best speed, punctuality, cleanliness, coach condition, ticket availability, catering facilities despite their long journeys. And which zone you feel is better in management of these trains??
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CR. 11077/8 Pune - Jammu Tawi Jhelum Express (2176 km)
25%
35
ECR. 13351/2 Dhanbad - Alappuzha Express (2537 km)
11%
15
ECoR. 18477/8 Puri - Haridwar Kalinga Utkal Express (2366 km)
1%
2
ER. 13151/2 Kolkata - Jammu Tawi Express (1986 km)
3%
4
NCR. 11123/4 Barauni - Gwalior Mail (1055 km)
4%
5
NER. 15017/8 LTT Mumbai - Gorakhpur Kashi Express (1710 km)
5%
7
NWR. 14707/8 Bikaner - Mumbai Bandra Ranakpur Express (1215 km)
4%
5
NFR. 15909/10 Dibrugarh - Lalgarh Avadh Assam Express (3118 km)
2%
3
NR. 14055/6 Dibrugarh - Old Delhi Brahmaputra Mail (2597 km)
1%
2
SCR. 17229/30 Trivandrum - Hyderabad Deccan Sabari Express (1577 km)
11%
16
SECR. 18237/8 Bilaspur - Amritsar Chhattisgarh Express (2012 km)
8%
11
SER. 18189/90 Tatanagar - Alappuzha Link Express (2362 km)
1%
1
SWR. 16593/94 HS Nanded - KSR Bengaluru Express (1030 km)
0%
0
SR. 16381/2 CST Mumbai - Kanniyakumari Jayanti Janta Express (2130 km)
0%
0
WCR. 11447/8 Jabalpur - Howrah Shaktipunj Express (1144 km)
13%
18
WR. 19023/4 Mumbai - Firozpur Janta Express (1773 km)
0%
0
KR. 10111/2 10103/4 CST Mumbai - Madgaon Konkan Kanya/Mandovi Express (581 km)
12%
17

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Jan 11 2022 (19:39)   ASR/Amritsar Junction (8 PFs)
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Which is the most overrated place in concern with railways?
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Amritsar
2%
3
Hisar
22%
33
Delhi (including all terminals)
2%
3
Bikaner
3%
5
Jodhpur (including BGKT)
1%
2
Udaipur
1%
1
Gorakhpur
1%
2
Ghazipur
3%
5
Varanasi (including all terminals)
3%
4
Mughalsarai
1%
2
Jhansi
4%
6
Ratlam
0%
0
Nagda
0%
0
Indore
0%
0
Satna
0%
0
Raxaul
0%
0
Chhapra
1%
1
Darbhanga-Jaynagar
0%
0
Barauni
1%
2
Patna (including all terminals)
1%
2
Madhupur-Jasidih-Godda
40%
61
Bhubaneswar
3%
5
Puri
0%
0
Bilaspur
0%
0
Nanded
1%
1
Bhusawal
1%
1
Ballarshah
1%
1
Kakinada (both port and town)
1%
1
Tirunelveli
3%
5
Any other (please comment)
3%
5

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Aug 28 (19:17)   14024/Kurukshetra - Delhi DEMU Express | JIND/Jind Junction (4 PFs)
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माननीय कुरुक्षेत्र सांसद श्री नवीन जिंदल जी के पत्र और आमजन की मांग के बाद उत्तर रेलवे ने 14023/24 को शकूरबस्ती से कुरुक्षेत्र तक संचालन को बहाल किया।

श्री जिंदल जी का जनहित मे किया गया प्रयास रंग लाया और लोकहित मे रेलसेवा पुनः पटरी पर आई। भगवान जिंदल जी को जनहित के मुद्दे उठाने और जनहित मे अधिक से अधिक काम करने की शक्ति दे।
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रोहतक, सोनीपत, हिसार और सिरसा के माननीय सांसदों को श्री जिंदल जी से सीख लेनी चाहिए।

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Jun 20 (13:12)   14034/Jammu Mail | ALJN/Aligarh Junction (7 PFs)
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_/\_ Useful Great Useful Great Great Great Useful Great Useful Disagree:legacy ruined _/\_ Disagree:Delhi lost another :'( Disagree:Bina kuchh soche liya gaya decision Great Great
Jammu Mail extended to Prayagraj via ALJN ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Now direct connection to SVDK from ALJN, PRYJ
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