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 Mahanagar Provati (মহানগর প্রভাতী)
Division: Eastern Zone
Mahanagar Provati (মহানগর প্রভাতী) represents the morning express corridor between Dhaka and Chattogram.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:সকালের প্রথম ভাগে ঢাকা-চট্টগ্রাম রুটে চলাচলকারী এই এক্সপ্রেস ট্রেনের নাম প্রভাতী।
Mahanagar Provati operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~321 km (199 miles). It connects origin Dhaka with destination Chattogram in approximately 5h 50m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Mahanagar Provati Ticket Price (Dhaka to Chattogram)
Official BR rates calculated for ~321 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Mahanagar Provati (704). 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
Mahanagar Provati Off Day Schedule (Daily)
Runs 7 Days a Week
Mahanagar Provati (704) operates daily throughout the year without any scheduled weekly off-day closure. The counterpart return train Mahanagar Godhuli (#703) 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.
Popular Boarding Points & Junctions • স্টপেজ চেক
Does Mahanagar Provati Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Dhaka–Chattogram
Check whether Mahanagar Provati 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: 08:07 (5m halt)
Stops
Bhairab Bazar
ভৈরব বাজার জংশন
Arrival: 09:16 (3m halt)
Stops
Brahmanbaria
ব্রাহ্মণবাড়িয়া
Arrival: 09:39 (4m halt)
Stops
Akhaura
আখাউড়া জংশন
Arrival: 10:05 (3m halt)
Stops
Cumilla
কুমিল্লা
Arrival: 10:51 (2m halt)
Stops
Feni
ফেনী জংশন
Arrival: 12:00 (2m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Mahanagar Provati (704) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 10 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahanagar Provati
Where is Mahanagar Provati (704) right now? (মহানগর প্রভাতী এখন কোথায়?)▾
Mahanagar Provati (704) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Chattogram at 13:35 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Mahanagar Provati? (মহানগর প্রভাতী এর সময়সূচী)▾
Mahanagar Provati (704) departs Dhaka at 07:45 BST and reaches Chattogram at 13:35 BST. Total estimated travel time is 5h 50m covering approximately 321 km with scheduled halts across 10 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Mahanagar Provati? (মহানগর প্রভাতী এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Mahanagar Provati (704) operates daily (7 days a week) with no weekly off day.
What are the ticket prices for Mahanagar Provati (Dhaka to Chattogram)? (মহানগর প্রভাতী টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Mahanagar Provati between Dhaka and Chattogram 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 Mahanagar Provati? (মহানগর প্রভাতী কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Mahanagar Provati has 10 scheduled stoppages along the Dhaka to Chattogram rail corridor. Major boarding points include Dhaka, Dhaka Airport, Bhairab, Brahmanbaria, Akhaura, Cumilla. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Mahanagar Provati stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Mahanagar Provati live via SMS using code 16318? (মহানগর প্রভাতী ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 704" 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 Mahanagar Provati?▾
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.
