Dhaka to Jashore Train Schedule 2026: Timetable, Ticket Price & Stoppages

Connecting the central metropolis of Dhaka with the historic flower and commercial capital of Jashore in southwestern Bangladesh, the Dhaka to Jashore railway corridor is one of the busiest long-distance passenger routes in the country. With the opening of the Padma Bridge rail corridor, traveling between Dhaka and Jashore has become significantly faster, smoother, and more comfortable, bypassing grueling highway jams along the Daulatdia-Paturia ferry routes. Checking the verified Dhaka to Jashore train schedule for 2026 provides complete guidance for morning, evening, and overnight intercity travel.

Dhaka to Jashore Train Schedule 2026 (Updated Timetable)

Three premier broad-gauge intercity express trains operate between Dhaka (Kamalapur Railway Station) and Jashore Junction Railway Station. These services offer morning, evening, and late-night sleeper departures. Below is the official 2026 timetable:

Padma Rail Corridor Routing: Both Sundarban Express (726) and Benapole Express (796) operate via the direct southern Padma Bridge rail corridor, providing faster travel and superior ride quality compared to the northern Jamuna bridge bypass.

Detailed Train-by-Train Breakdown & Travel Insights

Each intercity service traveling along the Dhaka-Jashore broad-gauge line serves specific travel needs and departure routines:

1. Sundarban Express (Train No: 726) – Premier Morning Service

The Sundarban Express (726) is the leading daytime intercity train linking Dhaka with Jashore and Khulna. Departing Dhaka Kamalapur at 08:00 AM, it glides across the Padma Bridge rail corridor and arrives at Jashore Junction at 02:30 PM. With a transit time of around 6.5 hours, it is the top pick for business travelers, families, and professionals seeking a smooth daytime journey with scenic views of southern wetlands and countryside. Weekly Off Day: Wednesday (from Dhaka).

2. Chitra Express (Train No: 764) – Evening Express

The Chitra Express (764) departs Dhaka Kamalapur at 07:00 PM (Dhaka Airport at 07:30 PM) and reaches Jashore at 03:30 AM past midnight. Outfitted with cushioned Shovon Chairs and air-conditioned Snigdha seating, it is well suited for passengers who wish to complete their workday in Dhaka before traveling south-west. Weekly Off Day: Monday (from Dhaka).

3. Benapole Express (Train No: 796) – Overnight Luxury Sleeper

The Benapole Express (796) is a modern late-night express train departing Dhaka Kamalapur at 11:30 PM and pulling into Jashore Junction at 05:45 AM. Featuring modern PT Inka coaches with smooth air-spring suspension, bio-toilets, and AC Berth sleeper compartments, it allows travelers to sleep through the night and arrive fresh in Jashore at daybreak. Weekly Off Day: Wednesday.

Key Stoppage Stations Between Dhaka and Jashore

Intercity trains traveling on the Dhaka-Jashore broad-gauge line halt at several key commercial and junction stations:

• Dhaka Kamalapur (DA): Starting rail terminal in Dhaka.
• Dhaka Airport (DAA): Boarding station for Chitra Express passengers from north Dhaka.
• Bhanga Junction: Major railway interchange in Faridpur division.
• Rajbari: Historic railway division headquarters.
• Poradaha Junction: Major railway junction connecting northern and western tracks.
• Chuadanga: District railway station in western border region.
• Kotchandpur & Mubarakganj: Important commercial townships in Jhenaidah district.
• Jashore Junction (JS): Primary railway terminal serving Jashore district town and international border gateway.

Dhaka to Jashore Train Ticket Price (Class-Wise 2026)

Official passenger fares determined under Bangladesh Railway’s mileage-based tariff for the ~325 km journey to Jashore are detailed below (inclusive of VAT and online reservation processing fees):

Return Train Schedule: Jashore to Dhaka

For passengers organizing return travel from Jashore back to Dhaka, the three express trains operate on the following timetable:

How to Buy Dhaka to Jashore Train Tickets Online

Bangladesh Railway issues advance digital tickets 10 days before travel at 08:00 AM on the official ticketing portal (eticket.railway.gov.bd) and the Rail Sheba mobile app. Log into your verified NID profile, enter Dhaka as origin and Jashore as destination, select your preferred departure and class, and pay using bKash, Nagad, Rocket, or credit/debit card.

Live GPS Train Tracking via SMS (16318)

• Real-Time Tracking: To check your train’s live location and transit delay, send an SMS with TR <Train_Number> (for example: TR 726 for Sundarban Express or TR 796 for Benapole Express) to 16318 from any local mobile operator.
• Benapole Land Port Transit: Jashore Junction is the primary railway gateway for travelers heading to the Benapole-Petrapole international land border with India.
• Gadkhali Flower Capital Access: Tourists visiting the country’s largest flower market in Gadkhali, Jhikargachha can easily travel from Jashore Junction in under 30 minutes by local road transport.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)