Western Railway Train Schedule (পশ্চিমাঞ্চলের ট্রেনের সময়সূচি)

Western Railway Train Schedule is essential for millions of passengers traveling across Bangladesh’s western region every day. Whether you commute daily or plan occasional trips, having accurate, up-to-date train timing information saves time, reduces stress, and helps you reach your destination on schedule.

In this comprehensive guide, we break down everything you need to know about the Western Railway Train Schedule from intercity express trains to local commuter services. We have organized the data into easy-to-read tables, added expert travel tips, and included a downloadable PDF reference for offline use.

Western Railway Train Schedule

Intercity trains are the fastest and most comfortable option for long-distance travel. Below is the full Western Railway Train Schedule for all intercity services.

No.	Train No.	Train Name	Off Day	From	Departure	To	Arrival
1	705	Ekota Express	—	Dhaka	10:15	Panchagarh	21:00
2	706	Ekota Express	—	Panchagarh	21:10	Dhaka	07:20
3	713	Korotoa Express	Wed	Santahar	09:25	Burimari	16:00
4	714	Korotoa Express	Wed	Burimari	16:20	Santahar	22:40
5	715	Kapotaksha Express	Sun	Khulna	06:45	Rajshahi	12:20
6	716	Kapotaksha Express	Sun	Rajshahi	14:30	Khulna	20:25
7	725	Sundarban Express	Tue	Khulna	21:45	Dhaka	05:10
8	726	Sundarban Express	Wed	Dhaka	08:00	Khulna	15:40
9	727	Rupsa Express	Thu	Khulna	07:15	Chilahati	17:00
10	728	Rupsa Express	Thu	Chilahati	08:30	Khulna	18:25
11	731	Borendro Express	Sun	Rajshahi	15:00	Chilahati	21:30
12	732	Borendro Express	Sun	Chilahati	05:00	Rajshahi	11:10
13	733	Titumir Express	Wed	Rajshahi	06:20	Chilahati	13:00
14	734	Titumir Express	Wed	Chilahati	15:00	Rajshahi	21:30
15	747	Simanto Express	Mon	Khulna	21:15	Chilahati	06:45
16	748	Simanto Express	Mon	Chilahati	18:30	Khulna	04:10
17	751	Lalmoni Express	Sun	Dhaka	21:45	Lalmonirhat	07:20
18	752	Lalmoni Express	Sun	Lalmonirhat	09:50	Dhaka	19:45
19	753	Silkcity Express	Sun	Dhaka	14:30	Rajshahi	20:20
20	754	Silkcity Express	Sun	Rajshahi	07:40	Dhaka	13:10
21	755	Modhumoti Express	Sat	Dhaka	15:00	Rajshahi	22:30
22	756	Modhumoti Express	Sat	Rajshahi	06:40	Dhaka	14:00
23	757	Drutojan Express	—	Dhaka	20:45	Panchagarh	07:10
24	758	Drutojan Express	—	Panchagarh	07:20	Dhaka	18:55
25	759	Padma Express	Tue	Dhaka	22:45	Rajshahi	04:00
26	760	Padma Express	Tue	Rajshahi	16:00	Dhaka	21:15
27	761	Sagordari Express	Mon	Khulna	16:00	Rajshahi	22:00
28	762	Sagordari Express	Mon	Rajshahi	06:00	Khulna	12:10
29	763	Chitra Express	Sun	Khulna	09:00	Dhaka	18:05
30	764	Chitra Express	Sun	Dhaka	19:30	Khulna	04:40
31	765	Nilshagor Express	Wed	Dhaka	06:45	Chilahati	16:00
32	766	Nilshagor Express	Tue	Chilahati	20:00	Dhaka	05:25
33	767	Dolonchapa Express	—	Santahar	11:00	Panchagarh	20:40
34	768	Dolonchapa Express	—	Panchagarh	06:00	Santahar	16:15
35	769	Dhumketu Express	Thu	Dhaka	06:00	Rajshahi	11:40
36	770	Dhumketu Express	Wed	Rajshahi	23:20	Dhaka	04:40
37	771	Rangpur Express	Mon	Dhaka	09:10	Rangpur	19:00
38	772	Rangpur Express	Sun	Rangpur	20:00	Dhaka	06:00
39	775	Sirajganj Express	Sat	Sirajganj Bazar	06:00	Dhaka	10:15
40	776	Sirajganj Express	Sat	Dhaka	16:15	Sirajganj Bazar	20:10
41	779	Dhalarchar Express	Thu	Dhalarchar	06:30	Rajshahi	10:25
42	780	Dhalarchar Express	Wed	Rajshahi	17:20	Dhalarchar	21:15
43	783	Tungipara Express	Tue	Gobra	06:30	Rajshahi	13:15
44	784	Tungipara Express	Mon	Rajshahi	15:30	Gobra	22:10
45	791	Bonolota Express	Sun	Dhaka	13:30	Chapainawabganj	19:15
46	792	Bonolota Express	Sun	Chapainawabganj	06:00	Dhaka	11:35
47	793	Panchagarh Express	—	Dhaka	23:30	Panchagarh	09:50
48	794	Panchagarh Express	—	Panchagarh	12:10	Dhaka	22:10
49	795	Benapole Express	Wed	Benapole	12:25	Dhaka	20:30
50	796	Benapole Express	Wed	Dhaka	23:30	Benapole	07:00
51	797	Kurigram Express	Tue	Dhaka	20:00	Kurigram	05:10
52	798	Kurigram Express	Tue	Kurigram	07:10	Dhaka	17:05
53	803	Banglabandha Express	Fri	Rajshahi	21:00	Panchagarh	04:40
54	804	Banglabandha Express	Sat	Panchagarh	09:00	Rajshahi	17:15
55	805	Chilahati Express	Sat	Dhaka	17:00	Chilahati	02:45
56	806	Chilahati Express	Sat	Chilahati	06:00	Dhaka	14:55
57	807	Recommended Express	Wed	Dhaka	15:25	Pabna	21:00
58	808	Recommended Express	Wed	Pabna	08:25	Dhaka	14:10
59	809	Burimari Express	Wed	Dhaka	08:30	Burimari	20:20
60	810	Burimari Express	Tue	Burimari	21:20	Dhaka	08:50
61	825	Jahanabad Express	Mon	Khulna	06:00	Dhaka	09:45
62	826	Jahanabad Express	Mon	Dhaka	20:00	Khulna	23:45
63	827	Ruposhi Bangla Express	Mon	Benapole	15:25	Dhaka	19:00
64	828	Ruposhi Bangla Express	Mon	Dhaka	10:45	Benapole	14:25

Pro Tip: Always double-check your train’s weekly off day before booking. Many passengers miss their journey because they overlook this detail.

Mail & Commuter Train Schedule

For shorter routes and daily commuting, mail and commuter trains offer affordable options. Here is the full Western Railway Train Schedule for these services.

No.	Train No.	Train Name	Off Day	From	Departure	To	Arrival
1	5	Rajshahi Commuter	—	Dhaka	12:15	Chapainawabganj	22:00
2	6	Rajshahi Commuter	—	Chapainawabganj	08:30	Ishwardi	12:40
3	15	Mahananda Mail	—	Khulna	11:00	Chapainawabganj	21:00
4	16	Mahananda Mail	—	Rohanpur	06:00	Khulna	16:40
5	19	Bogura Commuter	—	Santahar	12:50	Lalmonirhat	20:00
6	20	Bogura Commuter	—	Lalmonirhat	06:10	Santahar	12:15
7	21	Poddorag Commuter	—	Santahar	06:30	Lalmonirhat	12:45
8	22	Poddorag Commuter	—	Lalmonirhat	13:45	Santahar	20:30
9	23	Rocket Mail	—	Khulna	09:30	Parbatipur	21:10
10	24	Rocket Mail	—	Parbatipur	08:55	Khulna	22:50
11	25	Nakshikatha Commuter	—	Khulna	23:00	Dhaka	09:10
12	26	Nakshikatha Commuter	—	Dhaka	11:20	Khulna	21:05
13	27	Gaghot Mail	—	Parbatipur	23:00	Chilahati	00:40
14	28	Gaghot Mail	—	Chilahati	06:50	Parbatipur	08:35
15	31	Uttara Mail	—	Rajshahi	11:45	Parbatipur	20:00
16	32	Uttara Mail	—	Parbatipur	03:20	Rajshahi	10:00
17	41	Kanchan Commuter	—	Parbatipur	07:40	Panchagarh	12:00
18	42	Kanchan Commuter	—	Panchagarh	15:30	Parbatipur	19:15
19	53	Betna Commuter	Tue	Khulna	06:15	Benapole	08:30
20	54	Betna Commuter	Tue	Benapole	17:00	Khulna	19:30
21	57	Ishwardi Commuter	Wed	Ishwardi	07:00	Rohanpur	11:10
22	58	Ishwardi Commuter	Wed	Rohanpur	17:10	Ishwardi	20:40
23	59	Ramsagor Mail	—	Bonarpara	07:00	Pabna Court	11:50
24	60	Ramsagor Mail	—	Pabna Court	15:15	Bonarpara	20:20
25	61	Dinajpur Commuter	—	Lalmonirhat	06:30	Birol	10:50
26	62	Dinajpur Commuter	—	Birol	11:10	Lalmonirhat	14:50
27	63	Lalmoni Commuter-1	—	Lalmonirhat	14:00	Pabna Court	16:20
28	64	Lalmoni Commuter-2	—	Pabna Court	06:00	Lalmonirhat	08:30
29	65	Burimari Commuter-1	—	Lalmonirhat	08:40	Burimari	11:00
30	66	Burimari Commuter-2	—	Burimari	11:20	Lalmonirhat	13:40
31	71	Burimari Commuter-3	—	Lalmonirhat	15:00	Burimari	17:40
32	72	Burimari Commuter-4	—	Burimari	18:10	Lalmonirhat	21:15
33	77	Rohanpur Commuter	Wed	Rajshahi	15:00	Rohanpur	16:30
34	78	Rohanpur Commuter	Wed	Rohanpur	12:20	Rajshahi	14:00
35	95	Mongla Commuter	Tue	Mongla	13:00	Benapole	16:35
36	96	Mongla Commuter	Tue	Benapole	09:15	Mongla	12:30
37	97	Kurigram Shuttle	—	Lalmonirhat	17:10	Kurigram	19:10
38	98	Kurigram Shuttle	—	Kurigram	19:30	Lalmonirhat	21:20
39	99	Dhaka Commuter	—	Ishwardi	05:00	Dhaka	11:05
40	101	Rajbari Mail-1	—	Rajbari	07:00	Vanga	08:45
41	102	Rajbari Mail-2	—	Vanga	09:25	Kalukhali	11:45
42	103	Vatiapara Mail	—	Kalukhali	12:10	Vatiapara	14:25
43	104	Vatiapara Mail	—	Vatiapara	14:50	Kalukhali	17:00
44	105	Rajbari Mail-3	—	Kalukhali	17:30	Vanga	19:50
45	106	Rajbari Mail-4	—	Vanga	20:15	Rajbari	22:00
46	109	Chapainawabganj Shuttle-1	Thu	Rajshahi	10:35	Chapainawabganj	11:50
47	110	Chapainawabganj Shuttle-2	Thu	Chapainawabganj	14:15	Rajshahi	15:40
48	111	Shuttle-1	Wed	Ishwardi	06:30	Pabna	07:30
49	112	Shuttle-2	Wed	Pabna	22:00	Ishwardi	23:00
50	121	Chandana Commuter	Fri	Rajbari	05:00	Vanga	06:15
51	122	Vanga Commuter	Fri	Vanga	07:15	Dhaka	09:15
52	123	Vanga Commuter	Fri	Dhaka	18:00	Vanga	20:00
53	124	Chandana Commuter	Fri	Vanga	20:10	Rajbari	21:30
54	125	Purnabhaba Commuter	—	Rajshahi	06:10	Rohanpur	08:30
55	126	Purnabhaba Commuter	—	Rohanpur	19:30	Rajshahi	21:50
56	127	Mallika Commuter	—	Rajshahi	13:00	Chapainawabganj	15:00
57	128	Mallika Commuter	—	Chapainawabganj	10:15	Rajshahi	12:00
58	129	Oporajita Commuter	—	Rohanpur	08:50	Chapainawabganj	09:55
59	130	Oporajita Commuter	—	Chapainawabganj	17:15	Rohanpur	18:40
60	7	Uttarabongo Mail	—	Santahar	09:45	Panchagarh	22:05
61	8	Uttarabongo Mail	—	Panchagarh	09:20	Santahar	22:55

DEMU Train Services

No.	Type	Train Name	From	Departure	To	Arrival
62	DEMU	Rangpur Commuter-2	Parbatipur	09:45	Lalmonirhat	11:35
63	DEMU	Rangpur Commuter-1	Lalmonirhat	12:10	Parbatipur	14:20
64	DEMU	Panchagarh Commuter-1	Parbatipur	15:20	Panchagarh	18:10
65	DEMU	Panchagarh Commuter-2	Panchagarh	18:20	Parbatipur	21:40
66	—	Parbatipur Commuter	Lalmonirhat	16:45	Parbatipur	19:20
67	—	Parbatipur Commuter	Parbatipur	20:20	Lalmonirhat	22:25
68	—	Lalmonirhat Commuter-3	Rangpur	11:55	Lalmonirhat	12:55
69	—	Chilmari Commuter-1	Kawnia	21:00	Ramna Bazar	23:30
70	—	Chilmari Commuter-2	Ramna Bazar	08:30	Rangpur	11:25

International Train Services

Bangladesh Western Railway operates 3 cross-border trains connecting with India. These require valid passports and visas.

Maitree Express (Dhaka ↔ Kolkata)

Route	Days	Departure	Arrival
Dhaka Cant. → Kolkata	Fri, Sun, Tue	08:15	16:00 (IST)
Kolkata → Dhaka Cant.	Sat, Mon, Wed	07:10 (IST)	15:35

Bandhan Express (Khulna ↔ Kolkata)

Route	Days	Departure	Arrival
Kolkata → Khulna	Sun, Thu	07:10 (IST)	12:35
Khulna → Kolkata	Sun, Thu	13:30	18:10 (IST)

Mitali Express (Dhaka Cant. ↔ New Jalpaiguri)

Route	Days	Departure	Arrival
Dhaka Cant. → New Jalpaiguri	Mon, Thu	21:50	07:45 (IST)
New Jalpaiguri → Dhaka Cant.	Sun, Wed	11:45 (IST)	22:10

Important: Book international train tickets at least 7–10 days in advance. Carry your passport, visa, and vaccination certificate.

Weekly Closure Summary

Planning your trip around off days prevents last-minute surprises. Here is the complete weekly closure chart for the Western Railway Train Schedule.

Intercity Trains Off Days

Day	Trains Closed
Saturday	755, 756, 775, 776, 804, 805, 806
Sunday	731, 732, 753, 754, 763, 764, 772
Monday	747, 748, 761, 762, 771, 784, 825, 826, 827, 828
Tuesday	725, 759, 760, 766, 783, 797, 798, 810
Wednesday	713, 714, 726, 733, 734, 765, 770, 780, 795, 796, 807, 808, 809
Thursday	727, 728, 769, 779
Friday	715, 716, 751, 752, 791, 792, 803

Mail/Commuter Trains Off Days

Day	Trains Closed
Tuesday	53/54, 95/96
Wednesday	57/58, 77/78, 111/112
Thursday	109, 110
Friday	121, 122, 123, 124

How to Read the Schedule Like a Pro

Follow these 5 simple steps to plan your journey using the Western Railway Train Schedule:

1. Identify your route: Know your origin and destination stations.
2. Check the train category: Intercity for speed, mail/commuter for budget.
3. Verify the off day: Cross-check with the weekly closure table.
4. Note departure & arrival times: Account for possible delays (add 30–60 min buffer).
5. Book in advance: Especially for intercity and international trains.

Benefits & Drawbacks of Western Railway

Benefits	Drawbacks
Affordable fares compared to buses	Frequent delays during peak seasons
Wide network covering rural areas	Limited AC/sleeper seats on some routes
Multiple daily departures on major routes	Crowded during Eid and holidays
International connectivity to India	Some commuter trains lack modern facilities
Eco-friendly travel option	Ticket scalping during rush periods

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Here are critical errors passengers make when using the Western Railway Train Schedule:

1. Ignoring off days: Always check before booking. Trains like Titumir Express (Wed) and Rupsa Express (Thu) do not run daily.
2. Arriving late: Reach the station at least 45 minutes before departure.
3. Not checking platform changes: Platform announcements can change last minute.
4. Booking through unauthorized agents: Use official Bangladesh Railway counters or eticket.railway.gov.bd.
5. Forgetting ID proof: Carry your NID or passport for ticket verification.
6. Overlooking local train options: DEMU and commuter trains are excellent for short distances.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Western Railway Train Schedule for Dhaka to Rajshahi?

The Western Railway Train Schedule includes multiple daily options from Dhaka to Rajshahi:

• Silkcity Express (753): Departs 14:30, arrives 20:20 (Sunday off)
• Padma Express (759): Departs 22:45, arrives 04:00 (Tuesday off)
• Dhumketu Express (769): Departs 06:00, arrives 11:40 (Thursday off)
• Modhumoti Express (755): Departs 15:00, arrives 22:30 (Saturday off)

Which intercity train has no weekly off day?

Several intercity trains run daily without any off day, including:

• Ekota Express (705/706)
• Drutojan Express (757/758)
• Dolonchapa Express (767/768)
• Panchagarh Express (793/794)

How can I book tickets for Western Railway trains?

You can book tickets through:

• Online:Bangladesh Railway e-Ticketing
• Mobile app: Bangladesh Railway official app
• Station counters: Visit any major railway station

What is the fastest train from Dhaka to Khulna?

The Sundarban Express (725) is the fastest overnight option, departing Khulna at 21:45 and arriving Dhaka at 05:10. For daytime travel, Chitra Express (763) departs Khulna at 09:00 and reaches Dhaka at 18:05.

Are there any international trains in the Western Railway Train Schedule?

Yes, three international trains operate:

• Maitree Express — Dhaka to Kolkata
• Bandhan Express — Khulna to Kolkata
• Mitali Express — Dhaka to New Jalpaiguri

Where can I find the local train schedule?

The local train schedule is extensive. For the complete Western Railway Train Schedule including all local and DEMU services, download the official PDF from Bangladesh Railway.

Conclusion

The Western Railway Train Schedule is your roadmap to efficient, affordable travel across western Bangladesh. With 70+ services spanning intercity, mail, commuter, and international routes, there’s a train for every traveler.