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 Rangpur Express (রংপুর এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Named after the historic divisional city of Rangpur in northern Bangladesh, serving as an essential rail lifeline connecting North Bengal with Dhaka.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:উত্তরাঞ্চলের প্রাচীন ও ঐতিহ্যবাহী বিভাগীয় শহর রংপুরের নামানুসারে এ ই আন্তঃনগর ট্রেনের নামকরণ করা হয়েছে, যা রংপুর ও ঢাকার মধ্যে দ্রুত যোগাযোগ স্থাপন করে।
Rangpur Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~410 km (255 miles). It connects origin Rangpur with destination Dhaka in approximately 10h.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Rangpur Express Ticket Price (Rangpur to Dhaka)
Official BR rates calculated for ~410 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Rangpur Express (772). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳377 to ৳415
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
Rangpur Express Off Day Schedule (Sunday)
Closed on Sunday
Rangpur Express (772) has its weekly off-day on Sunday. The train does not operate from Rangpur on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Rangpur Express (#771) has its weekly off day on Monday.
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 Rangpur Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Rangpur–Dhaka
Check whether Rangpur 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:
Santahar
সান্তাহার জংশন
Arrival: 00:10 (5m halt)
Stops
Bogra
বগুড়া
Arrival: 23:15 (5m halt)
Stops
Bonarpara
বোনারপাড়া জংশন
Arrival: 22:15 (6m halt)
Stops
Gaibandha
গাইবান্ধা
Arrival: 21:47 (5m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Rangpur Express (772) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 12 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Rangpur Express (772) right now? (রংপুর এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Rangpur Express (772) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Dhaka at 06:00 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Rangpur Express? (রংপুর এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Rangpur Express (772) departs Rangpur at 20:00 BST and reaches Dhaka at 06:00 BST. Total estimated travel time is 10h covering approximately 410 km with scheduled halts across 12 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Rangpur Express? (রংপুর এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Rangpur Express (772) has its weekly off-day on Sunday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Rangpur Express (771) has its off day on Monday.
What are the ticket prices for Rangpur Express (Rangpur to Dhaka)? (রংপুর এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Rangpur Express between Rangpur and Dhaka are: Shovon Chair: ৳377–৳415, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳872–৳942, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳1061–৳1146, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1630–৳1760. 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 Rangpur Express? (রংপুর এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Rangpur Express has 12 scheduled stoppages along the Rangpur to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Rangpur, Kaunia, Pirgachha, Bamandanga, Gaibandha, Bonarpara. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Rangpur Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Rangpur Express live via SMS using code 16318? (রংপুর এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 772" 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 Rangpur 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.
