9 Longest Railway Platforms  In The World

18 JULY, 2023

Ayaan Paul Chowdhury

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Here is a list of some of the longest railway platforms in the world, spanning across different countries and regions, showcasing their impressive lengths and significant transportation roles.

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East Perth railway station in Perth, Australia, features a platform of the same length as Jhansi, measuring 2,526 feet. It is an important railway station, serving both suburban and regional trains.

9. East Perth Station

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The Jhansi or Veerangana Lakshmibai station in Uttar Pradesh, India, offers a platform that stretches across 2,526 feet. It is a significant junction and serves as a gateway to many destinations.

8. Jhansi Station

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Cheriton Shuttle Terminal in Folkestone, United Kingdom, is equipped with a platform that extends to 2,595 feet. It serves as an important transit point for the Eurotunnel Shuttle.

7. Cheriton Terminal

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Bilaspur railway station in Chhattisgarh, India, features a platform that spans 2,631 feet. It is a busy junction in central India and serves as a major railway hub connecting various regions.

6. Bilaspur Station

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The State Street subway in Chicago, Illinois, United States, is renowned for its extensive platform, which measures 3,501 feet. It is part of the Chicago "L" rapid transit system and  a crucial transportation hub.

5. Chicago State Street Subway

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Kharagpur railway station in West Bengal, India, boasts a platform that stretches across 3,519 feet. It also holds historical significance as it is one of the oldest railway stations in India.

4. Kharagpur Station

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Kollam Junction in Kerala, India, features a platform that extends to 3,873 feet. It is a significant railway station in the southern part of the country for both passengers and goods.

3. KolLam Junction

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Gorakhpur railway station in Uttar Pradesh, India, has the second-longest platform globally, spanning 4,483 feet. It is an important junction in northern India, connecting various major cities.

2. Gorakhpur Station

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Hubballi railway station in Karnataka, India, is home to the world's longest railway platform, measuring an impressive 4,944 feet known to accommodate multiple trains simultaneously.

1. Hubballi Station