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 Kurigram Express (কুড়িগ্রাম এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Named after the northern border district Kurigram, inaugurated to provide direct high-speed rail access to Dhaka.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:সীমান্তবর্তী কুড়িগ্রাম জেলার সার্বিক রেল যোগাযোগ ব্যবস্থার উ ন্নয়নে চালু হওয়া এই ট্রেনের নামকরণ কুড়িগ্রাম এক্সপ্রেস।
Kurigram Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~450 km (280 miles). It connects origin Dhaka with destination Kurigram in approximately 9h 10m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Kurigram Express Ticket Price (Dhaka to Kurigram)
Official BR rates calculated for ~450 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Kurigram Express (797). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳414 to ৳455
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
Kurigram Express Off Day Schedule (Tuesday)
Closed on Tuesday
Kurigram Express (797) has its weekly off-day on Tuesday. The train does not operate from Dhaka on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Kurigram Express (#798) has its weekly off day on Tuesday.
SatশনিবারRuns
SunরবিবারRuns
MonসোমবারRuns
Tueমঙ্গলবারOff Day
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 Kurigram Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Dhaka–Kurigram
Check whether Kurigram 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:
Joydebpur Junction
জয়দেবপুর জংশন
No Halt
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Kurigram Express (797) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 1 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Kurigram Express (797) right now? (কুড়িগ্রাম এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Kurigram Express (797) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Kurigram at 05:10 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Kurigram Express? (কুড়িগ্রাম এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Kurigram Express (797) departs Dhaka at 20:00 BST and reaches Kurigram at 05:10 BST. Total estimated travel time is 9h 10m covering approximately 450 km with scheduled halts across 1 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Kurigram Express? (কুড়িগ্রাম এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Kurigram Express (797) has its weekly off-day on Tuesday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Kurigram Express (798) has its off day on Tuesday.
What are the ticket prices for Kurigram Express (Dhaka to Kurigram)? (কুড়িগ্রাম এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Kurigram Express between Dhaka and Kurigram are: Shovon Chair: ৳414–৳455, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳957–৳1034, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳1164–৳1257, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1784–৳1927. 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 Kurigram Express? (কুড়িগ্রাম এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Kurigram Express has 1 scheduled stoppages along the Dhaka to Kurigram rail corridor. Major boarding points include ----. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Kurigram Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
Kurigram Express stops at: . Note: It does not halt at Joydebpur Junction.
How can I track Kurigram Express live via SMS using code 16318? (কুড়িগ্রাম এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 797" 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 Kurigram 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.
