Overview
One of the smallest states of India,
Goa is situated along the coastal belts of Konkan.
Often referred to as the beach paradise, Goa is
abutted by the cool blue Arabian Sea and home to
some of world's finest beaches. Goa is a treasure
trove for discerning tourists, adventure enthusiasts
and architect lovers as well. Goa's pristine beauty
is complimented by clean sun-kissed beaches, lush
green hills, rich and varied wildlife, shimmering
silvery waterways, gushing waterfalls and picturesque
lakes. Besides, the monuments and forts, the erstwhile
Portuguese culture and distinct Goan life style
- a unique blend of Indian and Portuguese add more
charm to the state. Goa is also famous for colourful
fairs and festivals, prominent among them is the
Carnival, celebrated every year in February with
pomp and grandeur.
Madgaon Railway Station
Station Code MAO
Arrival and Departure Enquiry
0832 - 2703950
Reservation Enquiry 0832 -
2703950
Station Details Madgaon or Margao
railway station is situated just
2 km east of city centre. One
of the busiest rail heads in Goa, Madgaon railway
station under the administrative control of the
Konkan Railways. Some of the noted trains passing
through the railway station are Goa Express, Goa
Sampark Kranti Express, Konkan Kanya Express, Dadar
Madgaon Jan Shatabdi Express, Netravathi Express,
Hapa Express and Mandavi Express. Kadamba bus stand
is located at a close distance from the railway
station. In the close vicinity of the railway station,
hotels offer comfortable accommodation to travellers.
Amenities Madgaon railway station
is equipped with amenities like waiting room, retiring
room, air-conditioned lounge, computerized reservation
office, tourist information centre, refreshment
room (vegetarian and non-vegetarian), tea stall,
book stall, telephone booth, mobile trolley, parking
stand, milk / ice parlours, general store and cyber
cafe.
Distances of major landmarks Airport
(28 km), Varca Beach (9 km), Colva Beach (10 km),
Majorda Beach (15 km), Vasco da Gama (32 km), Christian
Art Museum (37 km), Panaji (38 km).
Vasco da Gama Railway Station
Station Code VSG
Arrival and Departure Enquiry
131 (manual), 1331 (automated)
Reservation Enquiry 1345 (automated),
0834 - 2512569
Station Details Vasco da Gama
railway station is one of the important railway
stations of Goa. The railway station is served
by the South Central Railways. Vasco da Gama railway
station is connected to Hyderabad, Hubli, Hospet
and Belgaum by meter gauge rail. Besides, the railway
station is connected by most of the trains running
to Goa. Goa Express, Vasco da Gama Chennai Express,
Vasco da Gama Kacheguda Express, Vijaywada
Vasco da Gama Express and Londa Vasco da Gama
Express are some important trains pass through
the railway station. Close to the railway station
is a tourist aid cell at the tourist hostel. From
the station taxis and private buses are available
for local transport. Close to the railway station,
excellent accommodation facilities are offered
by the hotels.
Amenities Facilities available
at Vasco da Gama railway station include waiting
room, retiring room, computerized reservation office,
tourist information centre, tea stall, book stall
and telephone booth.
Distances of major landmarks Airport
(4 km), Mormugao Port (0.5 km), St Andrews Church
(1 km), Naval Aviation Museum (7.8 km), Bogmalo
Beach (9 km), Velsao Beach (18 km), Margao (27
km), Panaji (30 km).
Thivim Railway Station
Station Code THVM
Arrival and Departure Enquiry
0832-2298682
Reservation Enquiry 0832 -
2298682
Station Details Thivim or Tivim
railway station is situated on the Madgaon Sawantwadi
rail route. The railway station is served by the
Konkan Railways. Thivim railway station is located
at a distance of 12 km from Mapusa. The railway
station is connected by several important trains
like Dadar Madgaon Jan Shatabdi Express, Netravati
Express, Konkan Kanya Express, Mandavi Express
and Ernakulam Okha Express. Mapusa bus stand
is the nearest bus terminal, from where buses ply
to various destinations. Comfortable accommodation
is provided by hotels in Mapusa.
Amenities Passenger amenities
available at the railway station are waiting room,
computerized reservation office, tea stall, book
stall, parking stand, telephone booth and general
store.
Distances of major landmarks Airport
(48 km), Mapusa (12 km), Calangute Beach (18 km),
Baga Beach (19 km), Candolim Beach (20 km), Panaji
(22 km), Margao (27 km), Vasco da Gama (48 km),
Madgaon (66 km).
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