Train in Transit: Between Brahmanbaria and Ashuganj
Off Day: Sunday
Chattogram(12:30)
67% Completed (~321 km total)
(18:40)Dhaka
Origin: ChattogramNext Stop: Brahmanbaria (ETA ~8m)Destination: Dhaka
Estimated Speed
~50 km/h
Nearest / Next Station
Brahmanbaria
Next Station ETA
in ~8m
Punctuality Rating
25% On-Time
Official Bangladesh Railway Service • এসএমএস কোড
Track Mahanagar Express (721) 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 Mahanagar Express (মহানগর এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Operated by Bangladesh Railway under the Eastern Division, providing high-reliability intercity transit along the Chattogram to Dhaka rail corridor.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ের Eastern অঞ্চলের অধীনে পরিচালিত এই ট্রেনটি Chattogram এবং Dhaka-এর মধ্যে একটি নির্ভরযোগ্য ও গুরুত্বপূর্ণ যোগাযোগ মাধ্যম।
Mahanagar 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 6h 10m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Mahanagar 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 Mahanagar Express (721). 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 Express Off Day Schedule (Sunday)
Closed on Sunday
Mahanagar Express (721) has its weekly off-day on Sunday. The train does not operate from Chattogram on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Mahanagar Express (#722) has its weekly off day on Sunday.
SatশনিবারRuns
SunরবিবারOff Day
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 Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Chattogram–Dhaka
Check whether Mahanagar 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: 18:07 (3m halt)
Stops
Bhairab Bazar
ভৈরব বাজার জংশন
Arrival: 16:55 (2m halt)
Stops
Brahmanbaria
ব্রাহ্মণবাড়িয়া
Arrival: 16:26 (4m halt)
Stops
Akhaura
আখাউড়া জংশন
Arrival: 16:05 (3m halt)
Stops
Cumilla
কুমিল্লা
Arrival: 15:06 (2m halt)
Stops
Feni
ফেনী জংশন
Arrival: 13:57 (2m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Mahanagar Express (721) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 14 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahanagar Express
Where is Mahanagar Express (721) right now? (মহানগর এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Mahanagar Express (721) is currently in transit between Brahmanbaria and Ashuganj, running at approximately 50 km/h with roughly 67% of its journey completed. Next halt is Brahmanbaria with an estimated arrival in ~8 minutes.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Mahanagar Express? (মহানগর এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Mahanagar Express (721) departs Chattogram at 12:30 BST and reaches Dhaka at 18:40 BST. Total estimated travel time is 6h 10m covering approximately 321 km with scheduled halts across 14 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Mahanagar Express? (মহানগর এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Mahanagar Express (721) has its weekly off-day on Sunday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Mahanagar Express (722) has its off day on Sunday.
What are the ticket prices for Mahanagar Express (Chattogram to Dhaka)? (মহানগর এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Mahanagar 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 Mahanagar Express? (মহানগর এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Mahanagar Express has 14 scheduled stoppages along the Chattogram to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Chattogram, Kumira, Feni, Nangalkot, Laksam, Cumilla. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Mahanagar Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Mahanagar Express live via SMS using code 16318? (মহানগর এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 721" 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 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.
