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Bangladesh Railway Live Train Tracking via SMS (16318) & App Guide 2026

Standing at the station platform wondering whether your train is running on time, or tracking an inbound journey for family members? Utilizing the verified Bangladesh Railway train tracking SMS 16318 service offers travelers the quickest, most reliable way to monitor real-time train positions across Bangladesh. Operating 24/7 over the official Bangladesh Railway GPS Train Tracking System, sending a simple text message to the short code 16318 delivers live location updates, current running speeds, next stoppage stations, and estimated arrival times (ETA) directly to your mobile phone.

Live GPS Train Tracking at a Glance (16318)

Service Short Code:16318
Standard SMS Format:TR <Train_Number>
SMS Charge:৳2.67 + VAT / SMS
Mobile Operators:GP, Robi, BL, Teletalk

Exact SMS Format for Live Train Tracking (16318)

To request live location data, open your mobile phone’s messaging application and create a new message with the following format:

  • Format: TR <space> <Train_Number> and send to 16318
  • Example 1: For Cox’s Bazar Express (Train No: 813), type TR 813 and send to 16318.
  • Example 2: For Suborno Express (Train No: 701), type TR 701 and send to 16318.
  • Example 3: For Benapole Express (Train No: 795), type TR 795 and send to 16318.
  • Example 4: For Sundarban Express (Train No: 725), type TR 725 and send to 16318.

Intercity Train Numbers Directory for Quick Tracking

Check the 3-digit and 4-digit official train numbers below to track your specific journey instantly:

Train Name Down Train No Up Train No Route Corridor
Cox’s Bazar Express 813 814 Dhaka ↔ Cox’s Bazar
Parjatak Express 815 816 Dhaka ↔ Cox’s Bazar
Suborno Express 701 702 Chittagong ↔ Dhaka
Sonar Bangla Express 787 788 Dhaka ↔ Chittagong
Benapole Express 795 796 Dhaka ↔ Benapole (Padma Bridge)
Sundarban Express 725 726 Khulna ↔ Dhaka (Padma Bridge)

Understanding the SMS Location Reply Message

Within 15 to 30 seconds of sending your SMS, you will receive an automated reply from Bangladesh Railway GPS Tracking detailing:

  • Train Identification: Name and number of the tracked train.
  • Last Station Departed: The exact station or junction the train passed recently with departure timestamp.
  • Next Stoppage: The upcoming station along the corridor.
  • Running Speed: Real-time GPS velocity in km/h.
  • Delay Status: Right time (RT) or delay minutes compared to the scheduled timetable.

Frequently Asked Questions on Live Train Tracking via SMS

What is the SMS tracking number for Bangladesh Railway?

The official SMS train tracking short code for Bangladesh Railway is 16318 across all telecom networks in Bangladesh.

How much does it cost to send a tracking SMS to 16318?

The standard charge is ৳2.67 plus VAT and supplementary duty per SMS from any operator including Grameenphone, Robi, Airtel, Banglalink, and Teletalk.

Can I track commuter or local trains using 16318?

The 16318 SMS service is primarily fitted with GPS locators on all intercity express trains. Commuter and local trains may have limited GPS coverage.

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