Why it's called BSR station
BSR station is Vasai Road, on Mumbai's Western line in Palghar district. The code comes from its old name, Bassein Road, Bassein being the Portuguese name for Vasai. It belongs to the Western Railway and is an important junction: here the Western suburban line meets the Vasai Road–Roha line, which lets long-distance trains swing around Mumbai towards Diva, Panvel and the Konkan without entering the city.
One of the first suburban stations
- 28 November 1864: the station is in use on the Bombay, Baroda and Central India Railway's first passenger services.
- 1 November 1865: Bassein Road becomes the northern terminus of the BB&CI's first local service, two-coach trains running from Grant Road.
- December 1865: ₹6,522 is sanctioned to build platforms, because trains were arriving at the same time.
Platforms
Vasai Road has 8 platforms (7 plus 1A) on 9 tracks, serving both suburban locals and long-distance trains.
Two lines at Vasai Road
| Line | Direction |
|---|---|
| Western line (Mumbai Suburban Railway) | South to Churchgate; north to Virar and Dahanu |
| Vasai Road–Roha line | East to Diva, then south to Panvel and Roha |
Using BSR
Because of the bypass line, Vasai Road is a convenient boarding point for trains between north India or Gujarat and the south via the Konkan, saving a trip into Mumbai. Check whether your train calls at BSR in our timetable search.
Frequently asked questions
What is BSR station?
BSR is the code for Vasai Road railway station, formerly Bassein Road, in Palghar district.
Which zone runs Vasai Road?
The Western Railway.
Why do long-distance trains stop at Vasai Road?
It is the junction for the Vasai Road–Roha line, which lets trains bypass Mumbai towards Diva, Panvel and the Konkan.