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Landmark: Kaduna Railway StationCity: Kaduna
Country: Nigeria
Continent: Africa
Kaduna Railway Station, Kaduna, Nigeria, Africa
Overview
Kaduna Railway Station includes two main hubs for the city: Rigasa Railway Station and Kaduna Junction Station.Set in the Rigasa district, Rigasa marks the end of the Abuja–Kaduna standard gauge line, where the air often smells faintly of warm iron from passing trains.Commissioned in 2016, former President Muhammadu Buhari cut the ribbon at its inauguration.citeturn0search1 Key Features: Location: Rigasa, Igabi Local Government Area, Kaduna State. Coordinates: 10.5487°N, 7.3551°E. Facilities: The station offers modern amenities, including ticketing offices, waiting areas, security checkpoints, and parking facilities. Train Services: Multiple daily departures to Abuja are available, with travel times ranging from 2 to 2.5 hours.citeturn0search6 Ticket Prices: As of April 2025, economy class tickets are priced at ₦3,000, while business class tickets cost ₦6,000.citeturn0search6 Kaduna Junction Station Situated in Makera, Kaduna South, this station is part of Nigeria's older narrow-gauge railway network.The Rigasa station, tucked inside Kaduna State’s Igabi Local Government Area at 10.5487°N, 7.3551°E, comes equipped with ticket counters, bright waiting halls, security checks, and plenty of parking.Trains head to Abuja several times a day, and the trip usually takes between two and two and a half hours.citeturn0search2 Key Features: Location: Makera, Kaduna South, Kaduna State. Coordinates: 10.48333°N, 7.41667°E. Function: Acts as a critical junction point in Nigeria's rail network, linking various regions and supporting both passenger and cargo transportation. These stations play a vital role in Nigeria's transportation infrastructure, enhancing connectivity between Kaduna and other major cities.As of April 2025, an economy seat goes for ₦3,000, while a business ticket will set you back ₦6,000-about the price of a good dinner for two.
