Bandra Railway Station and Bandra Terminus: Facts for Buyers
Bandra station is the rail anchor for the suburb, and Bandra Terminus handles long-distance trains. This guide gives the sourced facts for both and explains how station distance should shape a buying shortlist.
Bandra railway station
Bandra station serves the Western line and the Harbour line and has 7 platforms. It is a Grade-I heritage structure, and its renovation was completed in 2023. It serves the Bandra suburb and the BKC district (Wikipedia, 2026).
The Harbour line link matters for residents who need to reach the eastern side of the city without changing to the Western line.
Rail access also shapes daily life around the station. Auto stands, BEST buses and prepaid taxis near the terminus mean last-mile options are broad, although our sources do not give frequencies or fares. If you rely on public transport, shortlist homes where both the station and a Metro Line 3 stop are within reach, and compare them with the Metro guide.
Bandra Terminus
Bandra Terminus is a separate Western Railway terminus for interstate trains. It opened in 1992 and has 7 platforms. Services include Garib Rath, Humsafar and Superfast trains. BEST buses, autos and prepaid taxis wait outside, and it is near BKC and the airport (Wikipedia, 2026).
The distance between the terminus and Bandra station is not confirmed in our sources, so we do not state one.
| Item | Fact | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Bandra station lines | Western and Harbour | Wikipedia, 2026 |
| Bandra station platforms | 7 | Wikipedia, 2026 |
| Bandra station heritage | Grade-I structure | Wikipedia, 2026 |
| Bandra station renovation | Completed 2023 | Wikipedia, 2026 |
| Bandra Terminus opened | 1992, 7 platforms | Wikipedia, 2026 |
| BEST routes to BKC | Restored 16 June 2022, current status unverified | Free Press Journal, 2022 |
Facts are from the named sources and were not independently verified on site.
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How far are localities from the station
Locality notes give a few distances. Pali Hill is about 5 minutes by auto, and so is Pali Naka. Mount Mary is about 2 to 3 km, and Hill Road and Chimbai are in the 3 to 4.5 km range per the locality notes, with Chimbai at about 4.5 km by road per NoBroker. Kherwadi is about a 20 minute walk.
These are indicative figures from different sources and methods, so measure your own route.
What it means for buyers near the station
A short walk to a Western and Harbour line station suits people who commute daily, and it also affects resale and rental appeal, though we have no sourced premium figure for it. Heritage status protects the station building itself but says nothing about nearby plots.
Expect more noise and crowd near the station and terminus, and check this in person. Our 105 listings include both 62 in Bandra West and 43 in Bandra East. Start on the Bandra West page if station access is your priority, and see the connectivity overview for other links.
Checks before you decide
Use these checks alongside the table above.
- Visit the area at peak hours to judge crowding and noise near the station and terminus.
- Ask for the exact walking distance from the project gate to the platform entrance.
- Confirm the distance between Bandra station and Bandra Terminus yourself, as our sources do not state it.
- Check BEST routes from the station with the operator. The 2022 BKC list is unverified.
- Heritage status applies to the station structure only, and says nothing about nearby buildings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which lines stop at Bandra station?
The Western line and the Harbour line both serve Bandra station, which has 7 platforms.
Is Bandra station a heritage building?
Yes. It is listed as a Grade-I heritage structure, and its renovation was completed in 2023.
What is Bandra Terminus used for?
It is a Western Railway terminus for interstate trains, opened in 1992, with Garib Rath, Humsafar and Superfast services.
Is Bandra Terminus close to Bandra station?
Our sources do not confirm the distance between them. They do say the terminus is near BKC and the airport.
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