Western Railway Headquarters (Churchgate) Mumbai
About
The heritage headquarters building of Western Railway, featuring Art Deco architectural elements that complement the nearby Churchgate Station. This administrative hub overlooks the bustling Churchgate area and Oval Maidan.
Basic Information
Timings
Viewable externally 24 hours; Office hours: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free (exterior viewing)
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Located adjacent to Churchgate Station. Directly accessible from Churchgate platform exit.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Churchgate (0.4 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (0.4 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Western Railway Headquarters (Churchgate)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Western Railway Headquarters (Churchgate)
History
Built in the early 20th century as the administrative headquarters for the Bombay, Baroda and Central India Railway. The building has served as the command center for Western Railway operations spanning Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Viewable externally 24 hours; Office hours: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free (exterior viewing)
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The building overlooks the UNESCO World Heritage listed Oval Maidan precinct
Houses a small railway heritage museum on the ground floor
The Art Deco facade complements the surrounding buildings in the Oval ensemble
Best viewed from Oval Maidan across the road
Visit during Heritage Week for special guided tours
Combine with visits to Eros Cinema and Rajabai Clock Tower
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Western Railway Headquarters (Churchgate)
K. Rustom & Co. Ice Cream, Churchgate
Restaurant
Eros Cinema, Churchgate
Heritage
Cross Maidan
Nature
Samrat Restaurant, Churchgate
Restaurant
K.C. College (Kishinchand Chellaram College)
Education
H.R. College of Commerce & Economics
Education
Sterling Multiplex (Heritage Cinema)
Entertainment
Mumbai's Victorian & Art Deco Heritage Trail (Full Route)
Heritage
Bollywood Film Location Heritage Walk
Experience
Brabourne Stadium, Churchgate
Sports