Dhaka to Khulna train schedule

Dhaka and Khulna are two major cities in Bangladesh, located in the central and southwestern regions of the country respectively. Dhaka is the capital and the largest city, while Khulna is the third-largest city and an important industrial and commercial hub. Traveling between these two cities by train is a popular and convenient option for many people, as it offers a comfortable, scenic, and affordable journey.

There are two intercity trains that operate on the Dhaka to Khulna route: Sundarban Express and Chitra Express. Both trains depart from Dhaka’s Kamalapur Railway Station and arrive at Khulna Railway Station, covering a distance of about 272 kilometers. The trains have different schedules, ticket prices, and stoppages along the way, described below.

Sundarban Express is the older and more frequent train service on this route. It runs six days a week, except for Wednesdays. It leaves Dhaka at 8:15 a.m. and reaches Khulna at 5:40 p.m., taking about nine and a half hours to complete the journey. The return trip starts from Khulna at 10:15 p.m. and ends in Dhaka at 7:00 a.m. the next day. The train has 12 coaches, including four air-conditioned ones. The ticket prices vary according to the seat classes, as shown in the following table:

Seat Classes	Ticket Price (+15% VAT)
Shovon Chair	505Taka
First Seat	1156 Taka
Snigdha	966 Taka
AC Berth	1731 Taka

Sundarban Express stops at 19 stations on its way to Khulna, which are: Biman Bandar, Joydebpur, Mouchak, Mirzapur, Tangail, BB Setu (East), SM Monsur Ali, Jamtoil, Ullapara, Boral Bridge, Chatmohar, Ishurdi, Bheramara, Poradaha, Alamdanga, Chuadanga, Darsana Halt, Court Chandpur, and Jessore. The train also stops at Noapara and Daulatpur on its way back to Dhaka.

Chitra Express is the newer and faster train service on this route. It was launched in 2015 and named after the Chitra River that flows through Khulna. It runs six days a week, except for Mondays. It departs from Dhaka at 7:00 p.m. and arrives in Khulna at 3:10 a.m., taking about eight hours and ten minutes to complete the journey. The return trip begins from Khulna at 9:00 a.m. and ends in Dhaka at 5:55 p.m. The train has 12 coaches, including two air-conditioned ones. The ticket prices are similar to those of Sundarban Express, except for the AC Berth class, which costs 1403 Taka instead of 1599 Taka.

Chitra Express stops at 14 stations on its way to Khulna, which are: Biman Bandar, Joydebpur, Mouchak, Mirzapur, Tangail, BB Setu (East), SM Monsur Ali, Jamtoil, Ullapara, Boral Bridge, Chatmohar, Ishurdi Bypass (North), Poradaha Bypass (North), and Jessore. The train also stops at Noapara on its way back to Dhaka.

Both trains offer online ticket booking facilities through Bangladesh Railway’s official website or mobile app². Alternatively, tickets can be purchased from authorized agents or railway stations. However, it is advisable to book tickets in advance as they tend to sell out quickly due to high demand.

Traveling by train from Dhaka to Khulna is a pleasant and rewarding experience for many reasons. It allows passengers to enjoy the scenic beauty of the countryside along the route, such as green fields, rivers, bridges, villages, and forests. It also provides an opportunity to interact with fellow travelers and locals at different stations. Moreover, it is a safe and reliable mode of transportation that avoids traffic congestion and road accidents. Therefore, if you are planning to visit Khulna from Dhaka or vice versa by train, you can choose either Sundarban Express or Chitra Express according to your preference and convenience.

 

Dhaka to Khulna train Time table 

Train name	Dhaka	Khulna	Off Day
Sundarban Express	08:15 am	05:40 pm	Wednesday
Chitra Express	07:00 pm	03:40 am	Monday

Dhaka to Khulna train ticket price

Shuvon Chair	Snigdha (AC Chair)	AC Seat	AC Barth
505 tk	966 tk	1156 tk	1731 tk

Khulna to Dhaka train schedule

Train name	Khulna	Dhaka	Off Day
Chitra Express	09:00 am	05:55 pm	Monday
Sundarban Express	10:15 pm	07:00 am	Tuesday