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 Haor Express (হাওর এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Operated by Bangladesh Railway under the Eastern Division, providing high-reliability intercity transit along the Mohanganj to Dhaka rail corridor.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ের Eastern অঞ্চলের অধীনে পরিচালিত এই ট্রেনটি Mohanganj এবং Dhaka-এর মধ্যে একটি নির্ভরযোগ্য ও গুরুত্বপূর্ণ যোগাযোগ মাধ্যম।
Haor Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~215 km (134 miles). It connects origin Mohanganj with destination Dhaka in approximately 5h 55m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Haor Express Ticket Price (Mohanganj to Dhaka)
Official BR rates calculated for ~215 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Haor Express (778). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳198 to ৳218
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
Haor Express Off Day Schedule (Saturday)
Closed on Saturday
Haor Express (778) has its weekly off-day on Saturday. The train does not operate from Mohanganj on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Haor Express (#777) has its weekly off day on Friday.
SatশনিবারOff Day
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 Haor Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Mohanganj–Dhaka
Check whether Haor 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: 13:22 (3m halt)
Stops
Joydebpur
জ য়দেবপুর জংশন
Arrival: 12:53 (2m halt)
Stops
Mymensingh
ময়মনসিংহ জংশন
Arrival: 10:14 (20m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Haor Express (778) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 11 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Haor Express (778) right now? (হাওর এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Haor Express (778) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Dhaka at 13:55 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Haor Express? (হাওর এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Haor Express (778) departs Mohanganj at 08:00 BST and reaches Dhaka at 13:55 BST. Total estimated travel time is 5h 55m covering approximately 215 km with scheduled halts across 11 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Haor Express? (হাওর এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Haor Express (778) has its weekly off-day on Saturday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Haor Express (777) has its off day on Friday.
What are the ticket prices for Haor Express (Mohanganj to Dhaka)? (হাওর এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Haor Express between Mohanganj and Dhaka are: Shovon Chair: ৳198–৳218, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳457–৳494, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳556–৳600, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳878–৳948. 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 Haor Express? (হাওর এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Haor Express has 11 scheduled stoppages along the Mohanganj to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Mohanganj, Barhatta, Thakurakona, Netrokona, Shyamganj, Gouripur. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Haor Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Haor Express live via SMS using code 16318? (হাওর এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 778" 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 Haor 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.
