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 Kalni Express (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Named after the historic Kalni River flowing through Sunamganj and the Surma-Kushiyara basin in Sylhet.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:হাওরবেষ্টিত সিলেট ও সুনামগঞ্জের বুক চিরে প্রবাহিত কালনী নদীর নামানুসারে এই আন্তঃনগর ট্রেনের নামকরণ কর া হয়েছে।
Kalni Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~319 km (198 miles). It connects origin Dhaka with destination Sylhet in approximately 6h 35m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Kalni Express Ticket Price (Dhaka to Sylhet)
Official BR rates calculated for ~319 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Kalni Express (773). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳293 to ৳322
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
Kalni Express Off Day Schedule (Friday)
Closed on Friday
Kalni Express (773) has its weekly off-day on Friday. The train does not operate from Dhaka on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Kalni Express (#774) has its weekly off day on Friday.
SatশনিবারRuns
SunরবিবারRuns
MonসোমবারRuns
Tueমঙ্গলবারRuns
WedবুধবারRuns
Thuবৃহস্পতিবারRuns
Friশুক্রবারOff Day
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 Kalni Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Dhaka–Sylhet
Check whether Kalni 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: 15:17 (5m halt)
Stops
Brahmanbaria
ব্রাহ্মণবাড়িয়া
Arrival: 16:46 (3m halt)
Stops
Kulaura
কুলাউড়া জংশন
Arrival: 19:49 (2m halt)
Stops
Sreemangal
শ্রীমঙ্গল
Arrival: 18:52 (3m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Kalni Express (773) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 11 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Kalni Express (773) right now? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Kalni Express (773) is not running today as Friday is its scheduled weekly off day (Friday). Normal scheduled service resumes on the next operating day.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Kalni Express? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Kalni Express (773) departs Dhaka at 14:55 BST and reaches Sylhet at 21:30 BST. Total estimated travel time is 6h 35m covering approximately 319 km with scheduled halts across 11 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Kalni Express? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Kalni Express (773) has its weekly off-day on Friday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Kalni Express (774) has its off day on Friday.
What are the ticket prices for Kalni Express (Dhaka to Sylhet)? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Kalni Express between Dhaka and Sylhet are: Shovon Chair: ৳293–৳322, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳679–৳733, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳825–৳891, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1279–৳1381. 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 Kalni Express? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Kalni Express has 11 scheduled stoppages along the Dhaka to Sylhet rail corridor. Major boarding points include Dhaka, Dhaka Airport, Brahmanbaria, Azampur, Harashpur, Shayestaganj. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Kalni Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Kalni Express live via SMS using code 16318? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 773" 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 Kalni 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.
