Mass Transit

Gujranwala Railway Station: An Overview

Gujranwala, a city located in Punjab, is known for its rich culture and historical places. The Gujranwala Railway Station especially holds particular significance. It is the main station for trains coming to and from Lahore, Islamabad, and other major cities in the country.

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Graana.com takes a closer look at the station below, including its history, facilities, and services.

 

History of Gujranwala Railway Station

It was built during British colonial rule in the late 19th century. It was a crucial station on the North Western Railway line, which connected Lahore to Peshawar. The station played a vital role in the transportation of goods and people during the British era.

 

Facilities at Gujranwala Railway Station

 

 

The station offers several facilities to its passengers, making their travel experience comfortable and hassle-free. 

Waiting Rooms: It has separate waiting rooms for male and female passengers, which are air-conditioned and have comfortable seating arrangements.

Refreshment Stalls: There are several refreshment stalls, offering a variety of snacks and drinks. 

Toilets: The station has separate toilets for male and female passengers, which are clean and well-maintained.

Parking: It has ample parking space available.

Information Desk: The station has an information desk where passengers can ask about the train schedules, ticket fares, and other relevant details.

 

Services at Gujranwala Railway Station

Let’s take a look at some of the services available at the station.

Ticket Booking: Passengers can easily book their train tickets from one of the station’s several ticket counters. 

Luggage Service: It also offers a luggage service where passengers can deposit their luggage at the station and collect it later. This is useful for passengers who have a long layover or wish to explore the city without carrying around their luggage.

Wheelchair Service: The station has wheelchairs for passengers who require assistance. The service is free of charge and can be availed by contacting the station authorities.

Police Assistance: There is a police booth at the station where passengers can seek assistance in case of an emergency or any other issues.

 

Train Timings

 

Following are the arrival and departure timings of trains from Gujranwala Railway Station.

Train Code Arrival Departure
101UP Subak Raftar

Lahore railway station to Rawalpindi

101UP 07:58:00 08:00:00
102DN Subak Raftar

Rawalpindi to Lahore

102DN 10:54:00 10:56:00
103UP Subak Kharam

Lahore to Rawalpindi

103UP 17:25:00 17:27:00
104DN Subak Kharam

Rawalpindi to Lahore

104DN 20:25:00 20:27:00
109UP Rawalpindi Express

Lahore to Rawalpindi

109UP 20:28:00 20:30:00
110DN Rawalpindi Express

Rawalpindi to Lahore

110DN 22:53:00 22:55:00
117UP Pindi Express

Lahore to Rawalpindi

117UP 05:58:00 06:00:00
118DN Pindi Express

Rawalpindi to Lahore

118DN 08:38:00 08:40:00
13UP Awam Express

Karachi Cantt to Peshawar Cantt

13UP 08:15:00 08:20:00
14DN Awam Express

Peshawar Cantt to Karachi Cantt

14DN 16:35:00 16:40:00
1UP Khyber Mail

Karachi Cantt to Peshawar Cantt

1UP 21:00:00 21:05:00
2DN Khyber Mail

Peshawar Cantt to Karachi Cantt

2DN 06:00:00 06:05:00
39UP Jaffar Express

Quetta to Peshawar Cantt

39UP 10:55:00 10:57:00
40DN Jaffar Express

Peshawar Cantt to Quetta

40DN 14:37:00 14:39:00
7UP Tezgam

Karachi Cantt to Rawalpindi

7UP 14:40:00 14:45:00
82UP 2nd Eid Special

Quetta to Rawalpindi

82UP 13:45:00 13:50:00
8DN Tezgam

Rawalpindi to Karachi Cantt

8DN 12:00:00 12:05:00
91UP 3RD Eid Special

Karachi City Station to Rawalpindi

91UP 17:40:00 17:42:00
93UP 1st EID SPECIAL

Quetta to Peshawar Cantt

93UP 10:30:00 10:32:00
94DN 4th EIDULFITR SPECIAL

Rawalpindi to Quetta

94DN 13:10:00 13:12:00

Lahore To Gujranwala Train Timing & Ticket Price

Train Name Departure Time Ticket Price (Economy) Ticket Price (AC Lower) Ticket Price (AC Sleeper) Ticket Price (AC Business) Destination Arrival Time
Awam Express 6:25 AM Rs. 330 Rs. 600 N/a N/a 7:25 AM
Tezgam 1:10 PM Rs. 330 Rs. 610 Rs. 720 Rs. 890 2:05 PM
Subak Raftar 7:00 AM Rs. 330 Rs. 600 N/a Rs. 810 7:59 AM
Subak Kharam 4:30 PM Rs. 330 Rs. 600 N/a Rs. 810 5:29 PM
Khyber Mail 7:45 PM Rs. 330 Rs. 600 Rs. 720 Rs. 870 8:55 PM
Jaffar Express 8:25 AM Rs. 350 Rs. 650 Rs. 720 Rs. 860 9:24 AM

 

Rawalpindi to Gujranwala Train Timing

Train Name Departure Time Fares (Economy) Fares (AC Lower) Fares (AC Sleeper) Fares (AC Business) Destination Arrival Time
Awam Express 1:05 PM Rs. 300 Rs. 620 N/a N/a 4:55 PM
Tezgam 8:00 AM Rs. 300 Rs. 620 Rs. 810 Rs. 710 11:55 AM
Subak Raftar 4:30 PM Rs. 300 Rs. 620 N/a Rs. 710 8:15 PM
Subak Kharam 7:00 AM Rs. 300 Rs. 620 N/a Rs. 710 10:35 AM
Khyber Mail 1:50 AM Rs. 300 Rs. 620 Rs. 810 Rs. 710 6:00 AM
Jaffar Express 9:00 AM Rs. 300 Rs. 620 Rs. 810 Rs. 710 12:40 PM

 Whether you are a local or a tourist, Gujranwala Railway Station offers a comfortable and hassle-free travel experience. 


FAQs

 

What is the contact number of Gujranwala Railway Station?

You can contact the station by calling +92 55 9200381.

 

What are the operating hours of Gujranwala Railway Station?

It operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can contact the station to know the timings of a specific train.

 

How can I buy tickets for a train from Gujranwala Railway Station?

You can buy tickets by visiting the station ticket counter or by booking online on the Pakistan Railways website.

 

What is the parking situation at Gujranwala Railway Station?

It has a dedicated parking area for cars and motorcycles.

 

Is there a waiting area at Gujranwala Railway Station?

Yes, there is a waiting area for passengers, with refreshment stalls and restroom facilities.

 

Are there any hotels near Gujranwala Railway Station?

Yes, there are several hotels nearby, including Shelton Hotel, Hotel Gold Flower and Rachna Pearl Hotel.

 

Can I find food and beverage options at Gujranwala Railway Station?

Yes, there is a canteen, tea stall, and snack shop located at the station.

If you want to know more about the other railway stations in the country, visit Graana blog.

Umer Zahid

Umer is a versatile writer at Graana.com with a passion for crafting compelling stories. His expertise lies in crafting clear, engaging content across a range of mediums and formats.

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