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 Upakul Express (উপকূল এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Operated by Bangladesh Railway under the Eastern Division, providing high-reliability intercity transit along the Noakhali to Dhaka rail corridor.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ের Eastern অঞ্চলের অধীনে পরিচালিত এই ট্রেনটি Noakhali এবং Dhaka-এ র মধ্যে একটি নির্ভরযোগ্য ও গুরুত্বপূর্ণ যোগাযোগ মাধ্যম।
Upakul Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~254 km (158 miles). It connects origin Noakhali with destination Dhaka in approximately 5h 20m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Upakul Express Ticket Price (Noakhali to Dhaka)
Official BR rates calculated for ~254 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Upakul Express (711). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳234 to ৳257
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
Upakul Express Off Day Schedule (Thursday)
Closed on Thursday
Upakul Express (711) has its weekly off-day on Thursday. The train does not operate from Noakhali on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Upakul Express (#712) has its weekly off day on Wednesday.
SatশনিবারRuns
SunরবিবারRuns
MonসোমবারRuns
Tueমঙ্গলবারRuns
WedবুধবারRuns
Thuবৃহস্পতিবারOff Day
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 Upakul Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Noakhali–Dhaka
Check whether Upakul 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: 10:47 (3m halt)
Stops
Brahmanbaria
ব্রাহ্মণবাড়িয়া
Arrival: 09:11 (4m halt)
Stops
Akhaura
আখাউড়া জংশন
Arrival: 08:50 (3m halt)
Stops
Cumilla
কুমিল্লা
Arrival: 07:52 (2m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Upakul Express (711) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 15 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Upakul Express (711) right now? (উপকূল এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Upakul Express (711) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Dhaka at 11:20 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Upakul Express? (উপকূল এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Upakul Express (711) departs Noakhali at 06:00 BST and reaches Dhaka at 11:20 BST. Total estimated travel time is 5h 20m covering approximately 254 km with scheduled halts across 15 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Upakul Express? (উপকূল এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Upakul Express (711) has its weekly off-day on Thursday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Upakul Express (712) has its off day on Wednesday.
What are the ticket prices for Upakul Express (Noakhali to Dhaka)? (উপকূল এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Upakul Express between Noakhali and Dhaka are: Shovon Chair: ৳234–৳257, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳540–৳583, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳657–৳710, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1029–৳1111. 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 Upakul Express? (উপকূল এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Upakul Express has 15 scheduled stoppages along the Noakhali to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Noakhali, Maijdee Court, Chaumuhani, Bajra, Sonaimuri, Natherpetua. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Upakul Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Upakul Express live via SMS using code 16318? (উপকূল এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 711" 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 Upakul 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.
