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 Chitra Express (চিত্রা এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Named after the serene Chitra River flowing through Narail and southwestern Bangladesh.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:দক্ষিণ-পশ্চিমাঞ্চলের চিত্রা নদীর নামানুসারে এই ট্রেনের নামকরণ করা হয়েছে, যা খুলনা-যশোর থেকে ঢাকার সরাসরি যোগাযোগ রক্ষা করে।
Chitra 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 9h 10m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Chitra 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 Chitra Express (764). 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 (স ামনে)
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
Chitra Express Off Day Schedule (Sunday)
Closed on Sunday
Chitra Express (764) has its weekly off-day on Sunday. The train does not operate from Dhaka on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Chitra Express (#763) 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 Chitra Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Dhaka–Khulna
Check whether Chitra 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: 19:53 (3m halt)
Stops
Joydebpur
জয়দেবপুর জংশন
Arrival: 20:21 (2m halt)
Stops
Ishwardi
ঈশ্বরদী জংশন
Arrival: 23:45 (20m halt)
Stops
Poradah
পোড়াদহ জংশন
Arrival: 00:46 (3m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Chitra Express (764) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 12 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Chitra Express (764) right now? (চিত্রা এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Chitra Express (764) has not yet departed Dhaka. Scheduled origin departure is 19:30 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Chitra Express? (চিত্রা এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Chitra Express (764) departs Dhaka at 19:30 BST and reaches Khulna at 04:40 BST. Total estimated travel time is 9h 10m covering approximately 412 km with scheduled halts across 12 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Chitra Express? (চিত্রা এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Chitra Express (764) has its weekly off-day on Sunday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Chitra Express (763) has its off day on Sunday.
What are the ticket prices for Chitra Express (Dhaka to Khulna)? (চিত্রা এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Chitra 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 Chitra Express? (চিত্রা এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Chitra Express has 12 scheduled stoppages along the Dhaka to Khulna rail corridor. Major boarding points include Dhaka, Dhaka Airport, Joydebpur, Tangail, Ibrahimabad, Shahid M. Mansur Ali. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Chitra Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Chitra Express live via SMS using code 16318? (চিত্রা এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 764" 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 Chitra 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.
