Phillaur Railway Station Overview ll Punjab's Only 100 Years of Station Shed

Phillaur Junction (PHR) is a key railway station in the Jalandhar district of Punjab, serving as a vital link between major routes like Ambala–Attari and the line toward Lohian Khas. ​Quick Station Facts ​Station Code: PHR ​Zone: Northern Railway (NR) ​Division: Firozpur ​Platforms: 3 (connected by a foot overbridge) ​Tracks: 5 (Double Electric-Line) ​Location: Situated near the Punjab Police Academy and the historic Phillaur Fort. ​Connectivity & Major Routes ​Phillaur is a junction station, meaning it acts as a point where tracks branch off in different directions. ​Toward Jalandhar/Amritsar: Main line heading northwest. ​Toward Ludhiana/Delhi: Main line heading southeast. ​Toward Lohian Khas/Nakodar: A branch line that serves regional towns. ​Popular Trains Passing Through ​The station sees around 40–45 halting trains daily, including: ​Express Trains: Amritsar Mail (13005/13006), Gangasutlej Express (13307/13308), and Chhattisgarh Express. ​Local/Passenger Services: Multiple DEMU and MEMU trains frequently run between Ludhiana, Jalandhar City, and Lohian Khas. ​Special Services: Occasional stops for New Delhi–Lohian Khas specials. Passenger Facilities ​Basic Amenities: Sheltered platforms, drinking water, sanitation facilities, and refreshment stalls. ​Parking: Available for bicycles and cars. ​Accessibility: Foot overbridge (FOB) connecting all three platforms; platforms are long enough to accommodate 24-coach express trains. ​Nearby Attractions ​If you are visiting or passing through, the station is just a few minutes away from: ​Phillaur Fort: A historic fort originally built as a sarai and later converted into a military fort by Maharaja Ranjit Singh. #phillaur #indianrailways #punjab #railway #amritbharatstationscheme