Track Brahmaputra Express (743) 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 Brahmaputra Express (ব্রহ্মপুত্র এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Named after the majestic transboundary Brahmaputra River flowing through Mymensingh, Dewanganj, and Jamalpur.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:ময়মনসিংহ ও জামালপুর অঞ্চলের উপর দিয ়ে বহমান ঐতিহাসিক ব্রহ্মপুত্র নদের নামানুসারে এই জনপ্রিয় ট্রেনের নামকরণ।
Brahmaputra Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~234 km (145 miles). It connects origin Dhaka with destination Dewanganj_Bazar in approximately 5h 35m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Brahmaputra Express Ticket Price (Dhaka to Dewanganj_Bazar)
Official BR rates calculated for ~234 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Brahmaputra Express (743). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳215 to ৳237
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
Brahmaputra Express Off Day Schedule (Daily)
Runs 7 Days a Week
Brahmaputra Express (743) operates daily throughout the year without any scheduled weekly off-day closure. The counterpart return train Brahmaputra Express (#744) has its weekly off day on Daily.
SatশনিবারRuns
SunরবিবারRuns
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 Brahmaputra Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Dhaka–Dewanganj_Bazar
Check whether Brahmaputra 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: 18:38 (5m halt)
Stops
Joydebpur
জয়দেবপুর জংশন
Arrival: 19:14 (4m halt)
Stops
Mymensingh
ময়মনসিংহ জংশন
Arrival: 21:23 (5m halt)
Stops
Jamalpur
জামালপুর টাউন
Arrival: 22:39 (3m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Brahmaputra Express (743) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 11 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brahmaputra Express
Where is Brahmaputra Express (743) right now? (ব্রহ্মপুত্র এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Brahmaputra Express (743) has not yet departed Dhaka. Scheduled origin departure is 18:15 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Brahmaputra Express? (ব্রহ্মপুত্র এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Brahmaputra Express (743) departs Dhaka at 18:15 BST and reaches Dewanganj_Bazar at 23:50 BST. Total estimated travel time is 5h 35m covering approximately 234 km with scheduled halts across 11 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Brahmaputra Express? (ব্রহ্মপুত্র এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Brahmaputra Express (743) operates daily (7 days a week) with no weekly off day.
What are the ticket prices for Brahmaputra Express (Dhaka to Dewanganj_Bazar)? (ব্রহ্মপুত্র এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Brahmaputra Express between Dhaka and Dewanganj_Bazar are: Shovon Chair: ৳215–৳237, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳498–৳538, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳605–৳653, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳951–৳1027. 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 Brahmaputra Express? (ব্রহ্মপুত্র এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Brahmaputra Express has 11 scheduled stoppages along the Dhaka to Dewanganj_Bazar rail corridor. Major boarding points include Dhaka, Dhaka Airport, Joydebpur, Gafargaon, Mymensingh, Piyarpur. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Brahmaputra Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Brahmaputra Express live via SMS using code 16318? (ব্রহ্মপুত্র এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 743" 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 Brahmaputra 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.
