Surat Railway Station Metro Station
सूरत रेलवे स्टेशन / સુરત રેલવે સ્ટેશન
Surat Railway Station metro stop is the most significant interchange point with Indian Railways on the entire network. Positioned underground beneath one of Gujarat's busiest railway junctions - handling over 400 trains daily - this station connects long-distance rail passengers directly to the metro grid. It is the highest-footfall station anticipated in the Surat Metro system.
Area Guide
Surat Junction railway station is the city's primary railhead, with trains to Mumbai (4-5 hours), Ahmedabad (5-6 hours), Delhi, and destinations across India. The station area is flanked by Chowk Bazar market to the south and the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) headquarters nearby. Street congestion around the station entrance is among the worst in the city, with rickshaws, taxis, and porters competing for pavement space.
Nearby Landmarks
Surat Junction Railway Station
3-5 min walk
Chowk Bazar Market
5-7 min walk
Surat Municipal Corporation
7-10 min walk
Underground Station
Surat Railway Station is one of 6 underground stations on the Red Line, part of the 6.47 km tunnel section between Labheshwar Chowk and Chowk Bazar. The underground stretch was excavated using three tunnel boring machines - Amrit, Narmada, and Tapi. TBM Amrit achieved its breakthrough at Chowk Bazar Station in August 2025.
Station Amenities
Getting Here
BRTS
Surat Railway Station BRTS Stop
Parking
Railway station parking lot (paid), two-wheeler parking on Station Road
Bus & Auto
- BRTS services to Vesu, Adajan, and Varachha
- City bus terminal adjacent to railway station
- Prepaid auto and taxi counter at railway station exit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I transfer directly from Surat Railway Station to the metro?
Yes. The metro station features a pedestrian tunnel connecting directly to the railway station concourse. Passengers arriving by train can walk to the metro platform without exiting to street level, making the transfer seamless for inter-city travelers.
How deep is the metro station below the railway station?
The metro platforms are approximately 18-20 meters below ground level, positioned deeper than typical stations because of the railway infrastructure above. Escalators and high-capacity lifts connect the concourse to the platform level.
Which destinations can I reach from Surat Railway Station metro?
Northbound trains reach Sarthana (Red Line terminus) in about 15 minutes across 7 stations. Southbound, Dream City is 13 stations and roughly 25 minutes away. Transfer at Majura Gate for the Green Line to reach Bhesan or Saroli.
Is BRTS available near Surat Railway Station metro?
Yes. A BRTS stop operates directly outside the railway station. BRTS services run to Vesu, Adajan, and Varachha. The metro station entrance and BRTS stop are connected by a covered walkway for rain-protected transfers.
What is the expected crowd level at this station?
Surat Railway Station is projected to have the highest passenger volume in the network. The combination of daily rail commuters, inter-city travelers, and metro passengers converging at one point makes crowd management a key design focus - the station has wider platforms and additional entry/exit gates compared to other stops.