It lies in the Shoranur - Mangalore Section of the Southern Railway zone and is the first major stop for trains departing from Mangalore Central towards Kerala.

[8] Since the station was built in 1898, Kasaragod was a prime destination due to its easy access to the nearest fort Bekalfort.

Thiruvananthapuram Vande Bharat Express (via Kottayam) originates from this station.

[9] Fifty-seven trains pass through the station with a majority that serve it.

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