Origin: ChattogramNext Stop: Dhaka (ETA ~103m)Destination: Dhaka
Estimated Speed
~52 km/h
Nearest / Next Station
Dhaka
Next Station ETA
in ~103m
Punctuality Rating
88% On-Time
Official Bangladesh Railway Service • এসএমএস কোড
Track Karnaphuli Up (3) Live via 16318 SMS
Bangladesh Railway trains are equipped with onboard satellite transponders. To receive the official real-time GPS coordinates and delay update directly to your phone, send an SMS with the train code below to 16318.
Universal operator support: Grameenphone, Banglalink, Robi, Airtel, Teletalk.Official fee: ৳4.00 + applicable government VAT per SMS.
Service Overview & Background
About Karnaphuli Up (কর্ণফুলী এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Western Zone
Operated by Bangladesh Railway under the Western Division, providing high-reliability intercity transit along the Chattogram to Dhaka rail corridor.
বাংলা পরিচি তি:বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ের Western অঞ্চলের অধীনে পরিচালিত এই ট্রেনটি Chattogram এবং Dhaka-এর মধ্যে একটি নির্ভরযোগ্য ও গুরুত্বপূর্ণ যোগাযোগ মাধ্যম।
Karnaphuli Up operates under the Western administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~321 km (199 miles). It connects origin Chattogram with destination Dhaka in approximately 8h 35m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Karnaphuli Up Ticket Price (Chattogram to Dhaka)
Official BR rates calculated for ~321 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Karnaphuli Up (3). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
SHULOVসুলভ / শোভন (সাধারণ)
Shulov / Shovon (General)
৳144 to ৳166
Economic regular seating for daily commuters and short to medium distance inter-district journeys.
Layout: Bench style open non-AC seating
Budget FriendlyFrequent StoppagesGeneral Class
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳241 to ৳265
Reserved seating with designated coach and seat numbers for comfortable commuting.
Layout: Individual reserved non-AC seat
Reserved SeatFan CooledEconomical
How to Book Online Tickets (ই-টিকিট বুকিং নিয়মাবলী)
Bangladesh Railway rakes are arranged sequentially from the locomotive to the rear brake van. Coaches are designated with Bengali alphabet letters (ক, খ, গ, ঘ, ঙ, চ, ছ, জ, ঝ...). Review the typical coach layout below before boarding:
Locomotive
→
Power Car (বিদ্যুৎ)
→
Shovon Chair (ক-ঘ)
→
Pantry / Meal (ঙ)
→
Snigdha AC (চ-ছ)
→
AC Cabin / Berth (জ-ঝ)
→
Guard Van (ব্রেক)
Locomotive & Power CarFront / Rear
ইঞ্জিন ও পাওয়ার কার • N/A
Provides diesel-electric traction and onboard electricity generation.
Shulov / Shovon CoachesKa to Jha (ক - ঝ)
সুলভ ও শোভন বগি • 70-80 Seats
Open non-AC seating for daily regional passengers.
Brake Van & Luggage CarRear (পেছনে)
ব্রেক ভ্যান ও লাগেজ বগি • Guard Station
Carries parcels, bicycles, and heavy passenger luggage.
Seat Plan Tip: In Shovon Chair coaches, seats 1–30 are typically in the forward half, with window seats ending in odd/even pairs depending on the coach manufacturer (CRRC vs PT INKA). In AC Cabins, cabins 'Ka' through 'Gha' offer lockable 4-berth or 2-berth arrangements. Explore our detailed Bangladesh Railway seat plan & coach layout guide.
Operating Days & Holiday • সাপ্তাহিক বন্ধ
Karnaphuli Up Off Day Schedule (Daily)
Runs 7 Days a Week
Karnaphuli Up (3) operates daily throughout the year without any scheduled weekly off-day closure. The counterpart return train Karnaphuli Dn (#4) has its weekly off day on Daily.
SatশনিবারRuns
SunরবিবারRuns
MonসোমবারRuns
Tueমঙ্গলবারRuns
WedবুধবারRuns
Thuবৃহস্পতিবারRuns
Friশুক্রবারRuns
Passenger Alert: During special government Eid holidays or national festival rush, Bangladesh Railway often suspends weekly off-days and runs special services. Check official BR notices before festival travel.
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Karnaphuli Up (3) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 2 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Karnaphuli Up (3) right now? (কর্ণফুলী এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Karnaphuli Up (3) is currently in transit between Chattogram and Dhaka, running at approximately 52 km/h with roughly 80% of its journey completed. Next halt is Dhaka with an estimated arrival in ~103 minutes.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Karnaphuli Up? (কর্ণফুলী এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Karnaphuli Up (3) departs Chattogram at 09:45 BST and reaches Dhaka at 18:20 BST. Total estimated travel time is 8h 35m covering approximately 321 km with scheduled halts across 2 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Karnaphuli Up? (কর্ণফুলী এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Karnaphuli Up (3) operates daily (7 days a week) with no weekly off day.
What are the ticket prices for Karnaphuli Up (Chattogram to Dhaka)? (কর্ণফুলী এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Karnaphuli Up between Chattogram and Dhaka are: Shulov / Shovon (General): ৳144–৳166, Shovon Chair: ৳241–৳265. These rates include base track distance fare and 15% VAT on air-conditioned seating. Fares may vary slightly depending on boarding station.
What are all the stoppage stations for Karnaphuli Up? (কর্ণফুলী এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Karnaphuli Up has 2 scheduled stoppages along the Chattogram to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Chattogram, Dhaka. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Karnaphuli Up stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
Karnaphuli Up stops at all designated stations shown in the stoppage timetable. Please verify your departure station before travel.
How can I track Karnaphuli Up live via SMS using code 16318? (কর্ণফুলী এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 3" to 16318 from any Bangladeshi mobile SIM (Grameenphone, Banglalink, Robi, Airtel, Teletalk). Universal operator charge is ৳4.00 + VAT.
How do I book online tickets and check seat plan for Karnaphuli Up?▾
Official online ticket booking is available on the Bangladesh Railway portal (eticket.railway.gov.bd) and the "Rail Sheba" app. Tickets open 10 days in advance at 08:00 AM BST (Western Zone) / 02:00 PM BST (Eastern Zone). Up to 4 tickets can be booked per registered NID.
