Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ) Station Guide

Prayagraj Junction — station code PRYJ, formerly Allahabad Junction — is the main station for one of India's most sacred cities. Prayagraj sits at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. During Kumbh Mela (held every 12 years) and Magh Mela (annual), this station becomes one of the busiest in the country, handling millions of pilgrims.

The station sits on the Howrah-Delhi mainline, making it a major junction for both religious and regular travelers. It's also a critical educational hub — the University of Allahabad and several competitive exam centers bring steady student traffic.

Station Layout

Prayagraj Junction has 10 platforms.

Platforms	Services
1–3	Premium trains, Rajdhani, Prayagraj Express
4–7	Long-distance mainline (Howrah-Delhi route)
8–10	Regional, Lucknow, and branch line trains

Main entrance faces MG Marg (Civil Lines area), one of Prayagraj's main roads. The station building has been renovated with improved concourse and lighting.

Getting To and From PRYJ

By Auto

Prepaid auto stand outside.

• PRYJ to Sangam: ₹80–120
• PRYJ to Triveni Ghat: ₹80–100
• PRYJ to Civil Lines: ₹20–30
• PRYJ to Prayagraj Airport (Bamrauli): ₹200–300
• PRYJ to Naini Junction: ₹60–80

By Bus

UPSRTC buses from the nearby bus stand connect to major UP cities.

By Cab

Ola and Uber available. Pickup from MG Marg outside the station.

Prayagraj Junction vs Other Stations

• Prayagraj Junction (PRYJ): Main station. Civil Lines area. Most trains.
• Prayagraj Chheoki (PRC): 7 km south. Some south-bound trains use this station.
• Naini Junction (NYN): Across the river. A few trains stop here.

Check your ticket code carefully — PRYJ is the main station.

Facilities

Waiting Rooms

AC waiting room on the first floor. Recently upgraded. Valid ticket required. Upper-class lounge for premium passengers.

Food

• Platform stalls: Chai, samosa, puri-aloo, kachori — typical UP station fare
• Food court: North Indian thali ₹70–100
• Outside: Civil Lines has several restaurants. El Chico (2 km) is a long-running café. Loknath ki Galiya near the station has street food — chaat, tikki, and sweets.

WiFi

RailWire WiFi. OTP-based access.

ATMs

SBI, PNB, and Allahabad Bank (now Indian Bank) ATMs inside and nearby.

Navigation Tips

Tip 1: During Kumbh Mela and Magh Mela, this station operates in emergency mode. Extra platforms, temporary shelters, and shuttle services are set up. Arrive hours early, follow the special crowd management signage, and be prepared for intense crowds. Tip 2: Sangam (the confluence) is 7 km from the station. Boats to the actual Sangam point cost ₹50–100 per person (negotiable). The experience of being at the meeting of two rivers is genuinely moving. Tip 3: Prayagraj is on the Howrah-Delhi mainline, so most east-west trains stop here. It's a natural break-journey point if you're covering the Varanasi-Lucknow-Delhi corridor. Tip 4: The station has been renovated recently and is much better than it used to be. New escalators, digital signage, and cleaner platforms.

Track trains on IndianRail.app — especially during Kumbh/Mela periods when schedules are altered.

Nearby Landmarks

• Triveni Sangam: 7 km — confluence of three rivers
• Allahabad Fort (Akbar's Fort): 7 km — Mughal fort at the Sangam
• Anand Bhavan: 2 km — Nehru family home, now museum
• Allahabad University: 1 km — one of India's oldest universities
• Khusro Bagh: 1 km — Mughal garden with royal tombs

Quick Reference

Info	Details
Station Code	PRYJ
Platforms	10
Zone	North Central Railway (HQ here)
WiFi	RailWire (free)
Sangam Distance	7 km
Key Event	Kumbh Mela (every 12 years)

Prayagraj Junction is a station that transforms with the seasons. During Kumbh, it's one of the most intense rail experiences on earth. On regular days, it's a well-connected junction in a city rich with history. Either way, the Sangam is worth the trip.