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BST: 16:37:19 (Friday)

Rupsa Express (728)

রূপসা এক্সপ্রেসRoute: Chilahati to Khulna (~390 km) • Scheduled Departure: 08:30 BST, Arrival: 18:25 BST (9h 55m)

Live Position Status • এখন কোথায়?

Train in Transit: Between Mobarokganj and Jashore

Off Day: Thursday
Chilahati(08:30)
82% Completed (~390 km total)
(18:25)Khulna
Origin: ChilahatiNext Stop: Mobarokganj (ETA ~21m)Destination: Khulna
Estimated Speed
~57 km/h
Nearest / Next Station
Mobarokganj
Next Station ETA
in ~21m
Punctuality Rating
88% On-Time
Official Bangladesh Railway Service • এসএমএস কোড

Track Rupsa Express (728) 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.

SMS Code:TR 728
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Universal operator support: Grameenphone, Banglalink, Robi, Airtel, Teletalk.Official fee: ৳4.00 + applicable government VAT per SMS.
Service Overview & Background

About Rupsa Express (রূপসা এক্সপ্রেস)

Division: Eastern Zone

Operated by Bangladesh Railway under the Eastern Division, providing high-reliability intercity transit along the Chilahati to Khulna rail corridor.

বাংলা পরিচিতি:বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ের Eastern অঞ্চলের অধীনে পরিচালিত এই ট্রেনটি Chilahati এবং Khulna-এর মধ্যে একটি নির্ভরযোগ্য ও গুরুত্বপূর্ণ যোগাযোগ মাধ্যম।

Rupsa Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~390 km (242 miles). It connects origin Chilahati with destination Khulna in approximately 9h 55m.

Corridor Quick Facts

  • Train Number:#728
  • Train Type:intercity
  • Total Distance:~390 km
  • Total Stoppages:24 Stations
  • Return Train:#727
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি

Rupsa Express Ticket Price (Chilahati to Khulna)

Official BR rates calculated for ~390 km

Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Rupsa Express (728). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.

S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার

Shovon Chair

359 to ৳395

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
Reserved SeatFan CooledWindow ArmrestAffordable Comfort
SNIGDHAস্নিগ্ধা (এসি চেয়ার)

Snigdha (AC Chair)

830 to ৳896

Fully air-conditioned luxury chair car with spacious reclining seats, luggage racks, and onboard power outlets for devices.

Layout: 2x2 ergonomic reclining seat with personal mobile charging port
Full Air ConditioningReclining BackrestMobile Charging PortWide Legroom
AC_Sএসি সিট (কেবিন)

AC Seat (Cabin)

1009 to ৳1090

Air-conditioned private compartment seating. Highly recommended for families, couples, and travelers seeking quiet privacy.

Layout: 2-berth coupe or 4-berth closed cabin with lockable sliding door
Lockable Privacy DoorCentral ACReading LightsFamily Cabin Seating
AC_Bএসি বার্থ (স্লিপার)

AC Berth (Sleeper)

1552 to ৳1676

Full flat sleeping bunk equipped with clean bedsheets, pillow, and blanket. Ideal for overnight trips between North Bengal/Sylhet and Dhaka.

Layout: Full flat sleeper bunk with fresh bedsheet, pillow, and blanket
Full Flat Sleeping BerthFresh Bedding IncludedAir ConditionedOvernight Rest
How to Book Online Tickets (ই-টিকিট বুকিং নিয়মাবলী)

Tickets open 10 days before departure at 08:00 AM BST (Western Zone) and 02:00 PM BST (Eastern Zone) via eticket.railway.gov.bd or the Rail Sheba app. Read our step-by-step online ticket booking guide, check seat class differences, and review Bangladesh Railway fare charts.

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Coach Composition & Seat Layout • বগি বিন্যাস

Rupsa Express Bogie Position & Seat Plan

Standard Rake Formation (রেক কম্পোজিশন)

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 ইঞ্জিনN/A

Heavy-duty Class 2900 / 3000 / 3200 diesel-electric locomotive powering the train.

Power Car & Guard VanAdjacent to Engine
পাওয়ার কার ও গার্ড ভ্যানUtility / Luggage

Onboard diesel generator supplying 415V 3-phase power for coach air conditioning and lighting.

Shovon Chair CoachesKa, Kha, Ga, Gha, Uma (ক, খ, গ, ঘ, ঙ)
শোভন চেয়ার বগি (নন-এসি)60 Seats (2x2 / 2x3)

Non-AC reserved coaches with cushioned bucket seats, large windows, and ceiling fans.

Snigdha AC Chair CoachesCha, Chha (চ, ছ)
স্নিগ্ধা এসি চেয়ার বগি48-52 Seats (2x2)

Modern Chinese CRRC / Indonesian PT INKA air-conditioned coaches with ergonomic reclining seats and charging ports.

AC Cabin & Sleeper BerthsJa, Jha (জ, ঝ)
এসি কেবিন ও স্লিপার বগি32-36 Berths

Private compartments featuring 4-berth cabins and 2-berth coupes with lockable doors and clean bedding.

Rear Brake Van / PantryRear Coach (সবশেষে)
রিয়ার ব্রেক ভ্যান / প্যান্ট্রি কারDining / Crew

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

Rupsa Express Off Day Schedule (Thursday)

Closed on Thursday

Rupsa Express (728) has its weekly off-day on Thursday. The train does not operate from Chilahati on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Rupsa Express (#727) has its weekly off day on Thursday.

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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 Rupsa Express Stop at Your Station?

Key junction stops along ChilahatiKhulna

Check whether Rupsa 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:

Ishwardi
ঈশ্বরদী জংশন
Arrival: 13:40 (20m halt)
Stops
Santahar
সান্তাহার জংশন
Arrival: 12:00 (5m halt)
Stops
Parbatipur
পার্বতীপুর জংশন
Arrival: 09:55 (20m halt)
Stops
Saidpur
সৈয়দপুর
Arrival: 09:30 (5m halt)
Stops
Poradah
পোড়াদহ জংশন
Arrival: 14:44 (3m halt)
Stops
Jashore
যশোর জংশন
Arrival: 16:58 (10m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ

Rupsa Express (728) Station List & Timetable

Full list of all 24 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.

#Station NameArrivalDepartureHaltStatus
ChilahatiOrigin
চিলাহাটি
08:30TerminalPassed
Domar
ডোমার
08:4808:513m haltPassed
Nilphamari
নীলফামারী
09:0709:103m haltPassed
Saidpur
সৈয়দপুর
09:3009:355m haltPassed
Parbatipur
পার্বতীপুর
09:5510:1520m haltPassed
Fulbari
ফুলবাড়ী
10:3610:382m haltPassed
Birampur
বিরামপুর
10:5310:596m haltPassed
Joypurhat
জয়পুরহাট
11:2111:232m haltPassed
Akkelpur
আক্কেলপুর
11:4111:432m haltPassed
Santahar
সান্তাহার
12:0012:055m haltPassed
Ahsanganj
আহসানগঞ্জ
12:2812:313m haltPassed
Natore
নাটোর
12:5513:005m haltPassed
Ishwardi
ঈশ্বরদী
13:4014:0020m haltPassed
Pakshi
পাকশী
14:1014:122m haltPassed
Bheramara
ভেড়ামারা
14:2414:273m haltPassed
Poradah
পোড়াদহ
14:4414:473m haltPassed
Alamdanga
আলমডাঙ্গা
15:0215:042m haltPassed
Chuadanga
চুয়াডাঙ্গা
15:2015:233m haltPassed
Darshana Halt
দর্শনা হল্ট
15:4515:483m haltPassed
Kotchandpur
কোটচাঁদপুর
16:2416:262m haltPassed
Mobarokganj
মোবারকগঞ্জ
16:2816:302m haltPassed
Jashore
যশোর
16:5817:0810m haltCurrent Stop
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Noapara
নওয়াপাড়া
17:3617:393m haltUpcoming
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KhulnaDestination
খুলনা
18:25TerminalUpcoming
Looking for all train options and fare details between Chilahati and Khulna?View Full ChilahatiKhulna Schedule & Fares

Punctuality & Delay Analysis

Historical on-time running trends based on recent Bangladesh Railway logs.

88% On-Time Record
Average Trip Delay
~242 minutes
Typical operational variance
Max Recorded Delay
~338 minutes
Peak congestion delay
Total Journey Halts
24 Stations
Scheduled boarding points
Schedule Delay or Disruption? In case of severe train delays or train cancellation by Bangladesh Railway, passengers are entitled to counter refunds. Read the full Bangladesh Railway ticket refund rules & cancellation timeline.
Common Passenger Queries • প্রশ্নোত্তর

Frequently Asked Questions about Rupsa Express

Where is Rupsa Express (728) right now? (রূপসা এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)
Rupsa Express (728) is currently in transit between Mobarokganj and Jashore, running at approximately 57 km/h with roughly 82% of its journey completed. Next halt is Mobarokganj with an estimated arrival in ~21 minutes.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Rupsa Express? (রূপসা এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)
Rupsa Express (728) departs Chilahati at 08:30 BST and reaches Khulna at 18:25 BST. Total estimated travel time is 9h 55m covering approximately 390 km with scheduled halts across 24 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Rupsa Express? (রূপসা এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)
Rupsa Express (728) has its weekly off-day on Thursday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Rupsa Express (727) has its off day on Thursday.
What are the ticket prices for Rupsa Express (Chilahati to Khulna)? (রূপসা এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Rupsa Express between Chilahati and Khulna are: Shovon Chair: ৳359–৳395, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳830–৳896, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳1009–৳1090, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1552–৳1676. 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 Rupsa Express? (রূপসা এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)
Rupsa Express has 24 scheduled stoppages along the Chilahati to Khulna rail corridor. Major boarding points include Chilahati, Domar, Nilphamari, Saidpur, Parbatipur, Fulbari. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Rupsa Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?
Rupsa Express stops at: Ishwardi (13:40), Santahar (12:00), Parbatipur (09:55), Saidpur (09:30), Poradah (14:44), Jashore (16:58).
How can I track Rupsa Express live via SMS using code 16318? (রূপসা এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 728" 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 Rupsa 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.
Essential Bangladesh Railway Travel Resources • প্রয়োজনীয় গাইড