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 Parabat Express (পারাবত এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Parabat (পারাবত) means 'Pigeon' or 'Peace Messenger', symbolizing swift and peaceful journeys between Dhaka and the scenic tea city of Sylhet.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:'পারাবত' শব্দের অর্থ শান্তির দূত বা কবুতর। রাজধানী ঢাকা ও চায়ের রাজধানী সিলেটের মধ্যে দ্রুত ও আরামদায়ক যাতায়াত বুঝাতে এই নাম রাখা হয়েছে।
Parabat Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~319 km (198 miles). It connects origin Dhaka with destination Sylhet in approximately 6h 30m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Parabat Express Ticket Price (Dhaka to Sylhet)
Official BR rates calculated for ~319 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Parabat Express (709). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳293 to ৳322
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
Parabat Express Off Day Schedule (Monday)
Closed on Monday
Parabat Express (709) has its weekly off-day on Monday. The train does not operate from Dhaka on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Parabat Express (#710) 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 Parabat Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Dhaka–Sylhet
Check whether Parabat 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: 06:53 (5m halt)
Stops
Bhairab Bazar
ভৈরব বাজার জংশন
Arrival: 08:03 (3m halt)
Stops
Brahmanbaria
ব্রাহ্মণবাড়িয়া
Arrival: 08:26 (3m halt)
Stops
Kulaura
কুলাউড়া জংশন
Arrival: 11:25 (3m halt)
Stops
Sreemangal
শ্রীমঙ্গল
Arrival: 10:32 (3m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Parabat Express (709) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 12 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Parabat Express (709) right now? (পারাবত এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Parabat Express (709) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Sylhet at 13:00 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Parabat Express? (পারাবত এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Parabat Express (709) departs Dhaka at 06:30 BST and reaches Sylhet at 13:00 BST. Total estimated travel time is 6h 30m covering approximately 319 km with scheduled halts across 12 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Parabat Express? (পারাবত এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Parabat Express (709) has its weekly off-day on Monday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Parabat Express (710) has its off day on Monday.
What are the ticket prices for Parabat Express (Dhaka to Sylhet)? (পারাবত এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Parabat Express between Dhaka and Sylhet are: Shovon Chair: ৳293–৳322, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳679–৳733, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳825–৳891, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1279–৳1381. 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 Parabat Express? (পারাবত এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Parabat Express has 12 scheduled stoppages along the Dhaka to Sylhet rail corridor. Major boarding points include Dhaka, Dhaka Airport, Bhairab, Brahmanbaria, Azampur, Noyapara. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Parabat Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Parabat Express live via SMS using code 16318? (পারাবত এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 709" 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 Parabat 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.
