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 Sundarban Express (সুন্দরবন এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Named after the UNESCO World Heritage Sundarbans mangrove forest, connecting the southwestern division Khulna with Dhaka.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:বিশ্ব ঐতিহ্য সুন্দরবন ম্যানগ্রোভ বনাঞ্চলের নামানুসারে এই আন্তঃনগর ট্রেনের নামকরণ করা হয়েছে, যা খুলনা ও ঢাকার মধ্যে চলাচল করে।
Sundarban Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~412 km (256 miles). It connects origin Dhaka with destination Khulna in approximately 7h 40m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Sundarban Express Ticket Price (Dhaka to Khulna)
Official BR rates calculated for ~412 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Sundarban Express (726). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳379 to ৳417
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
Sundarban Express Off Day Schedule (Wednesday)
Closed on Wednesday
Sundarban Express (726) has its weekly off-day on Wednesday. The train does not operate from Dhaka on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Sundarban Express (#725) has its weekly off day on Tuesday.
SatশনিবারRuns
SunরবিবারRuns
MonসোমবারRuns
Tueমঙ্গলবারRuns
WedবুধবারOff Day
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 Sundarban Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Dhaka–Khulna
Check whether Sundarban 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:
Poradah
পোড়াদহ জংশন
Arrival: 12:09 (4m halt)
Stops
Jashore
যশোর জংশন
Arrival: 14:04 (4m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Sundarban Express (726) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 16 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sundarban Express
Where is Sundarban Express (726) right now? (সুন্দরবন এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Sundarban Express (726) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Khulna at 15:40 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Sundarban Express? (সুন্দরবন এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Sundarban Express (726) departs Dhaka at 08:00 BST and reaches Khulna at 15:40 BST. Total estimated travel time is 7h 40m covering approximately 412 km with scheduled halts across 16 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Sundarban Express? (সুন্দরবন এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Sundarban Express (726) has its weekly off-day on Wednesday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Sundarban Express (725) has its off day on Tuesday.
What are the ticket prices for Sundarban Express (Dhaka to Khulna)? (সুন্দরবন এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Sundarban Express between Dhaka and Khulna are: Shovon Chair: ৳379–৳417, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳877–৳947, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳1066–৳1151, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1637–৳1768. 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 Sundarban Express? (সুন্দরবন এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Sundarban Express has 16 scheduled stoppages along the Dhaka to Khulna rail corridor. Major boarding points include Dhaka, Bhanga, Faridpur, Rajbari, Pangsha, Kushtia Court. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Sundarban Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Sundarban Express live via SMS using code 16318? (সুন্দরবন এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 726" 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 Sundarban 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.
