Railway Museum Mysore Tourism
Type of destination: Museum
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Closed in: Every Monday and national holidays
The Railway Museum in Mysore, also known as the Mysore Railway Museum, is a fascinating destination for both train enthusiasts and history buffs. Established in 1979 by Indian Railways, it is the second such museum after the National Railway Museum in Delhi. The museum is situated near the Mysore Railway Station on KRS Road in the heart of Mysore city. It houses a rich collection of photographs and objects related to the development of the railways in India. Visitors can explore a variety of exhibits, including vintage locomotives, carriages, a steam water pumping station, and a royal saloon carriage that once belonged to the Maharaja of Mysore. The museum also features an outdoor display of locomotives and rolling stock, showcasing the evolution of rail transport in India. A mini train ride within the museum premises is a major attraction, especially for children. This educational and entertaining museum provides a deep insight into the technological and historical aspects of the Indian Railways and is a must-visit for those interested in the bygone era of steam locomotives.
Opening and Closing time of Railway Museum Mysore
| Monday |
Closed |
| Tuesday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Thursday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Friday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Saturday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Sunday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Railway Museum Mysore
| Adult |
INR 20 |
| Child |
INR 10 |
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Railway Museum Mysore
Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be on your feet for most of the visit.
Bring a camera to capture photos of the historic trains and carriages.
Check the mini-train ride timings and plan your visit accordingly.
Top 5 Reviews on Railway Museum Mysore
Shutterbug_Iyer
Wrote on 30th Dec, 2023
Disappointing
Having had good experiences in Chennai Rail Museum, especially from a photographic point of view, I was looking forward to visiting the Mysore Railway Museum. The counter display said an entry fee of ..
509ajaya
Wrote on 8th Nov, 2023
Excellent Museum with good information on Mysore railway and Indian railway history. Good experience
A decent museum which explains about the history of Mysore and Indian railway. Had a good experience by seeing Trains which was used 100 years back. And the museum has a model of train which was used ..
vikass620
Wrote on 16th Aug, 2023
Revisiting childhood memories
Well maintained and good for kids .
It takes around 30 to 45 mins to roam inside the museum.
Good for some pictures and a toy train ride.
DurgeshRajadhyaksha
Wrote on 18th Jul, 2023
Amazing Museum to go back in time for rail lovers
Located just outside the Mysore Railway Station Complex, this lovely museum is a hidden gem. From Steam Engines to diesel loco's, old royal passenger coaches serving the Royals to 3rd class compartmen..
travelonrepeat
Wrote on 6th Jul, 2023
Good for Children
The Rail Museum has been made beautifully and well maintained. Kids would definitely enjoy looking at different kinds of trains, they have garden, joy train ride etc. The museum has been built nicely ..
