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 Suborno Express (সুবর্ণ এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Suborno (সুবর্ণ) means 'Golden'. It is Bangladesh's prestigious premier non-stop intercity train connecting Dhaka with the commercial port capital Chattogram.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:'সুবর্ণ' শব্দের অর্থ স্বর্ণালী বা মহামূল ্যবান। ঢাকা ও বন্দরনগরী চট্টগ্রামের মধ্যে বিরতিহীন দ্রুতগতির ট্রেনের প্রতীক হিসেবে এই নামকরণ করা হয়েছে।
Suborno Express operates under the Eastern 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 4h 55m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Suborno Express 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 Suborno Express (701). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳295 to ৳325
Non-AC reserved individual cushioned seat. The most popular, reliable, and cost-effective travel class for intercity journeys.
Layout: 2x2 or 2x3 cushioned bucket seat with window curtain
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 EngineFront Head (সামনে)
লোকোমোটিভ ইঞ্জিন • N/A
Heavy-duty Class 2900 / 3000 / 3200 diesel-electric locomotive powering the train.
Power Car & Guard VanAdjacent to Engine
পাওয়ার কার ও গার্ড ভ্যান • Utility / Luggage
Onboard diesel generator supplying 415V 3-phase power for coach air conditioning and lighting.
Catering pantry car and guard cabin with emergency braking mechanisms.
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
Suborno Express Off Day Schedule (Monday)
Closed on Monday
Suborno Express (701) has its weekly off-day on Monday. The train does not operate from Chattogram on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Suborno Express (#702) has its weekly off day on Monday.
SatশনিবারRuns
SunরবিবারRuns
MonসোমবারOff Day
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.
Popular Boarding Points & Junctions • স্টপেজ চেক
Does Suborno Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Chattogram–Dhaka
Check whether Suborno Express halts at prominent railway junction stations on its corridor. Passengers can board or alight at any station listed with scheduled arrival and halt times:
Dhaka Airport
ঢাকা বিমানবন্দর
Arrival: 11:24 (3m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Suborno Express (701) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 3 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Suborno Express (701) right now? (সুবর্ণ এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Suborno Express (701) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Dhaka at 11:55 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Suborno Express? (সুবর্ণ এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Suborno Express (701) departs Chattogram at 07:00 BST and reaches Dhaka at 11:55 BST. Total estimated travel time is 4h 55m covering approximately 321 km with scheduled halts across 3 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Suborno Express? (সুবর্ণ এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Suborno Express (701) has its weekly off-day on Monday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Suborno Express (702) has its off day on Monday.
What are the ticket prices for Suborno Express (Chattogram to Dhaka)? (সুবর্ণ এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Suborno Express between Chattogram and Dhaka are: Shovon Chair: ৳295–৳325, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳683–৳738, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳831–৳897, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1287–৳1390. 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 Suborno Express? (সুবর্ণ এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Suborno Express has 3 scheduled stoppages along the Chattogram to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Chattogram, Dhaka Airport, Dhaka. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Suborno Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
Suborno Express stops at: Dhaka Airport (11:24).
How can I track Suborno Express live via SMS using code 16318? (সুবর্ণ এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 701" 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 Suborno Express?▾
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.
