Train in Transit: Between Chattogram and Dhaka Airport
Off Day: Tuesday
Cox's Bazar(12:30)
48% Completed (~535 km total)
(21:00)Dhaka
Origin: Cox's BazarNext Stop: Chattogram (ETA ~235m)Destination: Dhaka
Estimated Speed
~52 km/h
Nearest / Next Station
Chattogram
Next Station ETA
in ~235m
Punctuality Rating
88% On-Time
Official Bangladesh Railway Service • এসএমএস কোড
Track Cox’s Bazar Express (813) Live via 16318 SMS
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 Cox’s Bazar Express (কক্সবাজার এক্সপ্রেস)
Division: Eastern Zone
Operated by Bangladesh Railway under the Eastern Division, providing high-reliability intercity transit along the Cox's Bazar to Dhaka rail corridor.
বাংলা পরিচিতি:বাংলাদেশ রেলওয়ের Eastern অঞ্চলের অধীনে পরিচালিত এই ট্রেনটি Cox's Bazar এবং Dhaka-এর মধ্যে একটি নির্ভরযোগ্য ও গুরুত্বপূর্ণ যোগাযোগ মাধ্যম।
Cox’s Bazar Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~535 km (332 miles). It connects origin Cox's Bazar with destination Dhaka in approximately 8h 30m.
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি
Cox’s Bazar Express Ticket Price (Cox's Bazar to Dhaka)
Official BR rates calculated for ~535 km
Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Cox’s Bazar Express (813). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.
S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার
Shovon Chair
৳492 to ৳541
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
Cox’s Bazar Express Off Day Schedule (Tuesday)
Closed on Tuesday
Cox’s Bazar Express (813) has its weekly off-day on Tuesday. The train does not operate from Cox's Bazar on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Cox’s Bazar Express (#814) has its weekly off day on Monday.
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 Cox’s Bazar Express Stop at Your Station?
Key junction stops along Cox's Bazar–Dhaka
Check whether Cox’s Bazar 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: 20:32 (3m halt)
Stops
All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ
Cox’s Bazar Express (813) Station List & Timetable
Full list of all 4 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cox’s Bazar Express
Where is Cox’s Bazar Express (813) right now? (কক্সবাজার এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Cox’s Bazar Express (813) is currently in transit between Chattogram and Dhaka Airport, running at approximately 52 km/h with roughly 48% of its journey completed. Next halt is Chattogram with an estimated arrival in ~235 minutes.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Cox’s Bazar Express? (কক্সবাজার এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Cox’s Bazar Express (813) departs Cox's Bazar at 12:30 BST and reaches Dhaka at 21:00 BST. Total estimated travel time is 8h 30m covering approximately 535 km with scheduled halts across 4 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Cox’s Bazar Express? (কক্সবাজার এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Cox’s Bazar Express (813) has its weekly off-day on Tuesday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Cox’s Bazar Express (814) has its off day on Monday.
What are the ticket prices for Cox’s Bazar Express (Cox's Bazar to Dhaka)? (কক্সবাজার এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Cox’s Bazar Express between Cox's Bazar and Dhaka are: Shovon Chair: ৳492–৳541, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳1138–৳1229, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳1384–৳1495, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳2111–৳2280. 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 Cox’s Bazar Express? (কক্সবাজার এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Cox’s Bazar Express has 4 scheduled stoppages along the Cox's Bazar to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Cox's Bazar, Chattogram, Dhaka Airport, Dhaka. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Cox’s Bazar Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
Cox’s Bazar Express stops at: Dhaka Airport (20:32).
How can I track Cox’s Bazar Express live via SMS using code 16318? (কক্সবাজার এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 813" 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 Cox’s Bazar 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.