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Pathankot Junction &
Pathankot Cantt (PTK / PTKC)

Pathankot operates two major broad gauge railway stations linking Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, and New Delhi, as well as the heritage Kangra Valley Narrow Gauge Toy Train.

Dynamic Timetable & Route Notice

Schedules can change. Verify before travel. Always check live train running status, platform numbers, and PNR status on the official Indian Railways / IRCTC website or NTES app.

Understanding Pathankot Rail Terminals

Avoid boarding mistakes by choosing the correct station for your journey

CODE: PTK

Pathankot Junction

City Center (Near Railway Station Road & Main Market)

Pathankot Junction (PTK) is the historic main railway terminal located directly in Pathankot city center. It serves local passenger services, terminating broad-gauge trains, and acts as the starting point for the scenic narrow-gauge Kangra Valley Toy Train.

Primary Train Services:

Kangra Valley Narrow Gauge Express/Passenger
Pathankot–Amritsar Passenger / Express
Pathankot–Jalandhar City Passenger
Pathankot–Delhi Express (Terminating)

Available Station Facilities: Waiting Rooms & Restrooms • Cloak Room & Luggage Locker • Auto-Rickshaw & Prepaid Taxi Stand • IRCTC Food Catering Stalls • Narrow Gauge Heritage Platform

Rail Helpline: Dial 139

IRCTC Booking

CODE: PTKC

Pathankot Cantt (Chakki Bank)

Chakki Bank, Dhangu Road (~4 km from City Center)

Pathankot Cantt (PTKC, formerly known as Chakki Bank) is situated on the main Delhi–Jalandhar–Jammu railway trunk line. Long-distance superfast trains bypassing the inner city stop at PTKC, making it the primary station for travelers bound for Jammu & Katra.

Primary Train Services:

Vande Bharat Express (Delhi ➔ Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra)
Rajdhani Express (Delhi ➔ Jammu Tawi)
Jhelum Express (Pune ➔ Jammu Tawi)
Swaraj Express (Mumbai ➔ Katra)
Uttar Sampark Kranti Express

Available Station Facilities: 24/7 Waiting Halls & AC Lounges • Prepaid Taxi Union Stand • Auto Stand & Intercity Bus Pickups • Retiring Rooms • 24/7 Security & Police Post

Rail Helpline: Dial 139

IRCTC Booking

Heritage Railway Corridor

Kangra Valley Narrow Gauge Toy Train

Departs from PTK Junction Only

The Kangra Valley Railway is a scenic 164 km narrow gauge (2 ft 6 in) mountain line connecting Pathankot Junction (PTK) with Joginder Nagar via Nurpur, Kotla, Kangra, Nagrota, and Palampur. Constructed in 1929, it offers breathtaking views of the Dhauladhar mountain range and historic stone arch bridges.

Starting Point

Pathankot Junction (PTK)

Key Hill Stations

Kangra (70 km) • Palampur (115 km)

Booking Notice

Schedules dynamic; check IRCTC for express passenger train status

Essential Railway Tips for Travelers

Auto-Rickshaw Transfer: Auto-rickshaws and taxis operate continuously between PTK and PTKC (distance: 3.5 km, transfer time: 10-15 minutes, standard fare: ₹80 - ₹120).
Vande Bharat & Rajdhani Express: If traveling on Vande Bharat Express (Delhi - Katra) or Jammu Rajdhani, your ticket will always show Pathankot Cantt (PTKC).
National Rail Enquiry Helpline: Dial 139 from any Indian phone for instant status of PNR, train delay, and platform assignment.