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 Jamalpur Express (জামালপুর এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Operated by Bangladesh Railway under the Eastern Division, providing high-reliability intercity transit along the Bhuapur to Dhaka rail corridor.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ের Eastern অঞ্চলের অধীনে পরিচালিত এই ট্রেনটি Bhuapur এবং Dhaka-এর মধ্যে একটি নির্ভরযোগ্য ও গুরুত্বপূর্ণ যোগাযোগ মাধ্যম।
Jamalpur Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~145 km (90 miles). It connects origin Bhuapur with destination Dhaka in approximately 6h 40m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Jamalpur Express Ticket Price (Bhuapur to Dhaka)
Official BR rates calculated for ~145 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Jamalpur Express (800). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳133 to ৳146
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
Jamalpur Express Off Day Schedule (Sunday)
Closed on Sunday
Jamalpur Express (800) has its weekly off-day on Sunday. The train does not operate from Bhuapur on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Jamalpur Express (#799) 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 Jamalpur Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Bhuapur–Dhaka
Check whether Jamalpur 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: 23:25 (3m halt)
Stops
Joydebpur
জয়দেবপুর জংশন
Arrival: 22:56 (2m halt)
Stops
Mymensingh
ময়মনসিংহ জংশন
Arrival: 20:35 (5m halt)
Stops
Jamalpur
জামালপুর টাউন
Arrival: 19:22 (3m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Jamalpur Express (800) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 14 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Where is Jamalpur Express (800) right now? (জামালপুর এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Jamalpur Express (800) has not yet departed Bhuapur. Scheduled origin departure is 17:15 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Jamalpur Express? (জামালপুর এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Jamalpur Express (800) departs Bhuapur at 17:15 BST and reaches Dhaka at 23:55 BST. Total estimated travel time is 6h 40m covering approximately 145 km with scheduled halts across 14 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Jamalpur Express? (জামালপুর এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Jamalpur Express (800) has its weekly off-day on Sunday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Jamalpur Express (799) has its off day on Sunday.
What are the ticket prices for Jamalpur Express (Bhuapur to Dhaka)? (জামালপুর এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Jamalpur Express between Bhuapur and Dhaka are: Shovon Chair: ৳133–৳146, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳308–৳333, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳375–৳405, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳609–৳658. 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 Jamalpur Express? (জামালপুর এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Jamalpur Express has 14 scheduled stoppages along the Bhuapur to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Bhuapur, Hemnagar, Jagannathpur Bazar, Tarakandi, Sarishabari, Jafarshahi. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Jamalpur Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
How can I track Jamalpur Express live via SMS using code 16318? (জামালপুর এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 800" 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 Jamalpur 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.
