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VSG/Vasco-da-Gama (3 PFs)
वास्को-द-गामा
वास्को-द-गामा

Track: Construction - Electric-Line Doubling

Updated: Nov 26 2022 (19:31)


Vasco-da-Gama railway station (VSG) is located in the city of Vasco-da-Gama, Goa, India. It serves as a major transportation hub for the region, connecting to various destinations across the country. The station offers basic amenities such as waiting rooms, ticket counters, and food stalls. It is a popular spot for travelers exploring the scenic beauty of Goa and its rich history, with nearby attractions like the Mormugao Port and the ancient temples of the region.

Tourism

**Shri Shantadurga Temple** - A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Shantadurga, known for its beautiful architecture.
**Shri Mangueshi Temple** - A famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its intricate carvings and religious significance.
**Shri Mahalsa Temple** - A historic temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalsa, a prominent deity in Goan culture.
**Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church** - A beautiful Catholic church located in Panaji, showcasing Portuguese colonial architecture.
**Se Cathedral** - A massive cathedral in Old Goa, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its impressive architecture.

Food

**Govindam Veg Restaurant** - A popular spot for authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine.
**Shree Sai Dhaba** - A casual eatery serving delicious vegetarian North Indian dishes.
**Bhojanam** - A family-friendly restaurant offering a wide variety of vegetarian options.
**Gokul Veg Restaurant** - A budget-friendly restaurant serving simple and tasty vegetarian fare.
**The Curry Leaf** - A popular spot for South Indian vegetarian thalis and snacks.

Station Address

Off Swatantra Path, Vasco-Da-Gama 403802
State: Goa

Elevation: 4 m above sea level
Type: Terminus   Category: NSG-3
Zone: SWR/South Western   Division: SSS Hubballi (Hubli)


Number of Platforms: 3
Number of Halting Trains: 0
Number of Originating Trains: 12
Number of Terminating Trains: 12
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Rating: 4.2/5 (78 votes)
cleanliness - excellent (10)
porters/escalators - good (10)
food - good (10)
transportation - good (10)
lodging - good (9)
railfanning - good (9)
sightseeing - excellent (10)
safety - excellent (10)

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Dec 05 2023 (15:22)   THVM/Thivim (2 PFs)
Vivek.Venugopalan^~
Vivek.Venugopalan^~   2159 blog posts
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Useful Great Useful Useful
The Official Govt Approved Rates for Tourist Cabs as well as Black and Yellow Taxis has been attached below. Everything is given in complete detail.

If you want to calculate the fare to get to the railway station from your hotel or vice versa, calculate the total distance in KMs and multiply it with the per km fare one way given in the last column (one way journey without return).
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Eg: Baga to Thivim Railway Station = 23 Kms and Per Km Fare (Swift Dzire AC) = 43 Rs / KM
Total Amount = 23 X 43 = 989 (Approx 1000 INR)
I have verified these rates as of Dec 2023 for Tourist Taxis.

Vivek

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Nov 18 (13:28)
krnt_vskp_express~
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very expensive
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Nov 18 (15:34)
Vivek.Venugopalan^~
Vivek.Venugopalan^~   2159 blog posts
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Goa as a tourist state is absolutely pathetic in terms of local transport.
This is due to the lobby of local cab operators which is supported by the govt that just doesn't do anything.

The rates are abnormally high because the cabs that pick up passengers from Railway station can only be hired for drops to various locations. They come back empty to
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the station. On the other hand, the tourist taxis that pick you up from beachside and drop you to station go back empty.

Eventually, the passengers have to pay for this empty return journey which increases the rate and is a complete loot.

It is high time that the govt does something for the people rather than just supporting these unfair practices. They have absolutely failed to provide the basic facilities at a fair price.

Vivek

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Nov 10 2013 (15:31)   VSG/Vasco-da-Gama (3 PFs)
LHB_for_18047~
LHB_for_18047~   11410 blog posts
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Vasco-Da-Gama Railway station is located off Swatantra Path, Vasco-Da-Gama, Mormugao, Goa, 403802.

Auto and Taxi stand is nearby the station entrance and an old Bus stand is also nearby from here non-stop buses are available for Panjim and Madgaon besides local buses are available for Majorda, Dabolim, Bogmalo, Madgaon and the city buses.

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KTC bus stand is located at about 1KM from the railway station from here buses are available for Ponda, Madgaon, Panjim, etc and the ST buses of Maharashtra and Karnataka.

The premier iron ore exporting Mormugao Port is located at about 3KM from the railway station.

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Aug 31 2016 (11:02)   VSG/Vasco-da-Gama (3 PFs)
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Retiring room tariffs. Awesome rooms at great prices. Dorm is the best I've seen so far.
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Apr 28 2019 (22:07)   KRMI/Karmali (2 PFs)
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If your travelling in the state of Goa there is no app based taxis like Ola and Uber.However the Govt. of Goa has developed an app Called GoaMiles.So please use that and don't be a victim of overcharging cab drivers who will be waiting to loot unaware tourists.Image source-google.Download link for android - click here
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Apr 29 2019 (23:13)
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very very helpful! :)
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Oct 03 2019 (23:18)
spthakur
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Thanks for information, When GOa Govt. develop an app, why not make a arrangement of prepaid taxi service out side rly stn., like Mapusa, Karmali, Madgaon etc .....
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Oct 04 2019 (18:35)
Brandon12663^~
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No ola in goa??
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Oct 04 2019 (19:12)
promethsuresh^~
promethsuresh^~   3562 blog posts
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nope the local taxi unions doesn't allow them to operate and govt. doesn't do anything because the taxi drivers and their families are vote banks for political parties and they don't want to lose that
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Oct 04 2019 (22:11)
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Ohh.
Surprised to hear all these
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Oct 04 2019 (23:59)
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You can take a prepaid auto to old goa church Rs. 100/-. or to
Panjim bustand Rs. 300/-.
Buses to panjim from old Goa church every 5 minutes.
Panjim. you can hire self drive cars or 2 wheelers on daily basis, lots of choice.
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Oct 05 2019 (17:42)
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Last time when I went there,; deboarded at karmali, when to fly over and then took bus to panjim bus stand in 20/- and then from panjim took a ktc bus to margao for 25/-.
But yes for family travel , more arrangements are required like good priced app based taxi service
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Oct 07 2019 (15:04)
promethsuresh^~
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that's ok if travelling alone but for family this is a better option and no one wants to drive after a long journey in the train
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Oct 07 2019 (21:06)
SagarPradhan
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As per the review of that app. it deducts 200 rs when you want to book the taxi. It goes for search after money is deducted. And most of the time you will get message that no taxis around your area. Then if you want to refund the money it goes to application wallet or paytm. So if you planning for it to be for Airport or Railway station, be careful.
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Feb 06 2020 (19:31)
Roncine~
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Catching a bus on the flyover bridge is not safe ladies & families as you have to walk on the tracks. Back packers prefer this route.
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Feb 06 2020 (19:45)
SaurabhDubey^~
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Yes, already wrote there that good for solo light luggage travelers only.
For family travel, taxi/cab required
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Jan 15 2022 (11:32)   17311/MGR Chennai Central - SSS Hubballi SF Express (Via SMVT Bengaluru) (PT) | VSG/Vasco-da-Gama (3 PFs)
sunilgaonkar
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The existing route of 17311/12 MAS VSG express via JTJ, YPR, UBL is a very lengthy and time consuming route although its provides as alternate train to VSG from YPR.

As the earlier biweekly 17309/10 YPR VSG express is converted to daily since November 2019 the 17311/12 MAS VSG express can be easily diverted via RU, GTL, BAY route to serve the destination quickly.
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Moreover this train will serve as an additional train from the hinterlands of A.P., Karnataka to Goa.

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Jan 15 2022 (15:21)
LHB_for_18047~
LHB_for_18047~   11410 blog posts
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Wonder why has SWR still not restored this train and it's RSA partner VSG VLKN express even when December is the month of peak tourist season in Goa. Really would have been helpful and another thing VSG MAS express should also get a change in CC replacing 2 UR coaches with one HA and one 3 AC.
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Jan 17 2022 (21:49)
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VSG VLNK exp should be restored especially after august citing that our lady of good health vailankanni matha festival.
Festival is on September 8
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Jan 18 2022 (14:04)
LHB_for_18047~
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VSG VLKN should now be made to run via KR it's time SWR and KR politics is out to end now.
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Jan 19 2022 (16:44)
sunilgaonkar
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The MP of Udupi has expressed her discomfort with KR and complained to Minister of Railways about KR neglecting coastal Karnataka and not introducing new trains, so its high time that it should be merged in IR.
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Jan 19 2022 (17:21)
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LHB_for_18047~   11410 blog posts
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But regarding Goa I should say KR has done much better job than SWR. My personal opinion is that VSG LD should be given to KR. With SWR they only care about the port at VSG and nothing more than that.
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Jan 19 2022 (17:32)
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I think it's time now MPs of Goa too express discomfort with SWR and complain to the ministry too.
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