Mathura Junction is the main rail arrival point for Mathura, with onward connections to the city and nearby destinations. You can hire an auto-rickshaw, taxi or private car at the station, then plan your next stop around the city’s major attractions or continue toward Vrindavan.
- Mathura Junction’s Indian Railways station code is MTJ.
- The district is connected by regular trains from other major Indian cities.
- Mathura is about 145 km southeast of Delhi and 58 km northwest of Agra.
Finding your way out of Mathura Junction
Mathura district’s official connectivity page identifies Mathura Junction (MTJ) and Mathura Cantt. (MRT) as railway stations serving the district. The station code for Mathura Junction is useful when checking a train booking or departure information.
Before leaving the station, check your train’s arrival information, expected timing and platform details through the National Train Enquiry System or railway enquiry services. Those services can also show delays and rescheduled trains. Check Indian Railways’ official site before you go.
Choosing onward transport
Auto-rickshaws, taxis and private cars can be hired from Mathura Junction for onward travel. If you have a particular stop in mind, tell your driver its name; the city’s attractions include temples, a ghat, a mosque and a museum.
For a longer train journey, the Ministry of Railways says IRCTC eCatering offers meal ordering for delivery to passengers’ train seats at selected stations. Retiring rooms are short-term station lodging that can be booked online through IRCTC or at station counters, subject to availability and booking conditions.
Reaching central Mathura sights
Mathura’s major attractions include Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, Jama Masjid, Vishram Ghat, Dwarkadeesh Temple, Gita Mandir and Government Museum. You can choose a city-centre stop first and plan a visit around the sights that interest you; a one-day Mathura itinerary covers temples, the ghat and the museum.
Mathura Junction is described as about 4 km from the old city and the Holy Gate. That figure does not specify a route or measurement method, so use it as general context rather than a turn-by-turn direction.
Getting to the hotel area
The Radha Ashok is about 2.5 km from Mathura Junction. If you’re heading there after arriving, you can arrange an auto-rickshaw, taxi or private car from the station; the hotel offers guest rooms in Mathura.
Mathura city centre and Vishram Ghat are among the city stops you might combine with your arrival or departure plans. Mathura also has a bus station and regular bus services to other major cities.
Continuing to nearby destinations
Vrindavan is a nearby destination with places of interest including Prem Mandir, Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir, Banke Bihari Temple and ISKCON Temple. You can plan a separate visit there; this guide to Mathura to Vrindavan distance and travel options focuses on making that onward journey.
Kheria Airport in Agra is 46 km from Mathura, while Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi is 136 km away.
FAQs
What is the station code for Mathura Junction?
Indian Railways identifies Mathura Junction by the code MTJ.
Does Mathura have more than one railway station?
Yes. Mathura Cantt. (MRT) is another railway station serving the district.
Can you travel to Mathura by bus?
Yes. Mathura has a bus station, and regular bus services connect it with other major cities.
Can you order food to a train at Mathura Junction?
IRCTC eCatering offers meal delivery to passengers’ train seats at selected stations.