Agra Cantt (AGC) Station — Taj Mahal Gateway Guide

Agra Cantt — station code AGC — is the primary station for anyone visiting the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and the other Mughal-era monuments that make Agra one of India's most visited cities. Located in the Cantonment area, AGC is well-connected by trains from Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, and beyond.

The Gatimaan Express from Delhi (India's first semi-high-speed train) terminates here, and multiple Shatabdi and express services make Agra an easy day trip from the capital.

Station Layout

AGC has 7 platforms.

Platforms	Services
1–2	Gatimaan Express, Shatabdi (Delhi services)
3–5	Long-distance express
6–7	Regional and passenger trains

Main entrance faces the Cantonment area on Station Road.

Getting To and From AGC

By Auto/Taxi

Prepaid auto and taxi stand outside the main entrance. This is crucial — Agra has some of the most aggressive auto touts in India. Always use the prepaid booth.

Rates from prepaid stand:

• AGC to Taj Mahal (East Gate): ₹80–100


• AGC to Taj Mahal (West Gate): ₹100–120


• AGC to Agra Fort: ₹60–80


• AGC to Fatehpur Sikri: ₹500–700 (one way, 40 km)


• AGC to Agra Airport (Kheria): ₹150–200

Full-day auto hire: ₹400–600 (covers Taj, Fort, Itmad-ud-Daulah)

By Bus

UP roadways buses from Idgah Bus Stand (4 km). City buses on Station Road.

By Cab

Ola and Uber available. Decent in Agra's tourist areas.

Agra Cantt vs Agra Fort Station

• Agra Cantt (AGC): Main station. Most long-distance and premium trains. Cantonment area.
• Agra Fort (AF): Smaller station, closer to the Agra Fort and old city. Some regional trains.
• Raja Ki Mandi (RKM): Another small station, used by some passenger trains.

AGC is the station for tourist visitors. Most Taj Mahal-bound travelers use AGC.

Facilities

Waiting Rooms

AC waiting room on the first floor. Valid confirmed ticket required. Tourist information counter near the main entrance — actually useful for first-time visitors.

Food

• Platform stalls: Samosa, chai, petha (Agra's famous sweet made from ash gourd) — ₹20–40
• Food court: North Indian thali ₹80–100
• Agra petha: Sold everywhere at the station and outside. Panchhi Petha is the most trusted brand. A box of mixed petha costs ₹100–200.
• Outside: Pinch of Spice (3 km, on Fatehabad Road) for proper sit-down dining. Joney's Place near the Taj for budget backpacker food.

WiFi

RailWire WiFi available.

ATMs

SBI and PNB ATMs inside the station.

Medical

First aid center on platform 1.

Navigation Tips

Tip 1: The Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays. Plan your visit accordingly. If you're arriving Friday, see Agra Fort and Itmad-ud-Daulah instead, and do the Taj on Saturday. Tip 2: If you're doing a day trip from Delhi, the Gatimaan Express (departs Delhi 8:10 AM, arrives Agra 9:50 AM) gives you a full day. Return Gatimaan departs Agra at 5:50 PM. Book well in advance. Tip 3: Beware of fake guides and "marble factory" scams. Auto drivers at AGC will try to take you to shops for commissions. Insist on going directly to your destination. Use the prepaid stand. Tip 4: Sunrise at the Taj is magical but requires early arrival. The Taj opens at sunrise. The East Gate has the shortest queue. Book tickets online in advance to skip the ticket line. Tip 5: Agra in summer (May-June) is punishing — 46°C+ with hot wind. Visit October-March for comfortable weather. If you must come in summer, visit the Taj at sunrise before the heat builds.

Check IndianRail.app for Gatimaan and Shatabdi running status before heading to the station.

Cloak Room

Near platform 1. Open 6 AM–10 PM. ₹30 per bag. Essential for day trippers who arrive with luggage from a different city.

Nearby Landmarks

• Taj Mahal: 6 km — UNESCO World Heritage, one of the Seven Wonders
• Agra Fort: 5 km — massive Mughal fort, UNESCO World Heritage
• Itmad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj): 6 km — ornate Mughal tomb
• Mehtab Bagh: 8 km — garden with Taj view across the Yamuna
• Fatehpur Sikri: 40 km — Akbar's abandoned capital city

Quick Reference

Info	Details
Station Code	AGC
Platforms	7
Zone	North Central Railway
WiFi	RailWire (free)
Cloak Room	Platform 1, 6 AM–10 PM
Taj Mahal Distance	6 km
Day Trip Train	Gatimaan Express from Delhi

Agra Cantt is the station that millions of tourists use to reach the Taj Mahal. It's well-set-up for visitor needs — prepaid transport, cloak rooms, and tourist information. Just be prepared for the hustle outside, use official counters, and the Taj will be worth every moment of the journey.