​​Gandhinagar Capital railway station

 ​​Gandhinagar Capital railway station

Gandhinagar Railway Station or Gandhinagar Capital (Station Code: GNC) is a major railway station with a 5-star hotel on its top in the city of Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Its serve as one of the suburban station of Ahmedabad from where some Ahmedabad bound trains operate from here. It serves the capital city of Gujarat. The station is located in Sector-14 of Gandhinagar. It was constructed by Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation, a Public Sector Enterprise(PSE) formed by JV between IRCON and RITES.

Gandhinagar Capital Railway Station (station code: GNC) is a prominent and modern railway station located in Sector 14 of Gandhinagar, the capital city of Gujarat. It serves as a key hub in the Western Railway zone of Indian Railways.

🏗️ Infrastructure & Design

• Platforms: The station comprises three platforms and seven tracks, accommodating various train services. 

• Electrification: The station is fully electrified, facilitating efficient train operations. 

• Accessibility: Designed to be disabled-friendly, the station includes features like ramps and elevators. 

• Amenities: Passengers have access to facilities such as waiting rooms, ticket counters, drinking water, and parking.

• Landmark Feature: A distinctive aspect of the station is the five-star hotel constructed atop its premises, offering 318 rooms. This hotel caters to both domestic and international guests and was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 16, 2021. 

🚆 Major Train Services

Gandhinagar Capital Railway Station is a stop for several important trains, including:

• Vande Bharat Express (20901/20902): Connecting Mumbai Central and Gandhinagar Capital, this semi-high-speed train operates six days a week. As of May 11, 2025, it has been augmented with four additional coaches, making it the longest Vande Bharat Express under Western Railways. 

• Shanti Express (19309/19310): Running between Gandhinagar Capital and Indore. 

• Garib Rath Express (12215/12216): Connecting Mumbai Bandra Terminus and Delhi Sarai Rohilla. 

• Yoga Express (19031/19032): Operating between Ahmedabad and Haridwar.

• Bhavnagar Terminus Intercity Express (19203/19204): Linking Gandhinagar Capital with Bhavnagar Terminus. 

• MEMU Services: Regular Mainline Electric Multiple Unit trains connect Gandhinagar Capital with Ahmedabad and Anand, facilitating commuter travel.

📍 Location & Nearby Attractions

• Address: Sector 14, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India.

• Nearby Landmarks: The station is in proximity to attractions like the Dandi Kutir Museum and Salt Mount Road, making it convenient for tourists.