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Ekota Express (706)

একতা এক্সপ্রেসRoute: Panchagarh → Dhaka (~507 km)Departure: 21:10 BSTArrival: 07:20 BST (10h 10m)
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Live Position Status • এখন কোথায়?

Train in Transit: Between Setabganj and Dinajpur

Off Day: Daily
Panchagarh(21:10)
(07:20)Dhaka
14% Completed(~507 km)
Origin: PanchagarhNext Stop: Setabganj (ETA ~22m)Destination: Dhaka
Estimated Speed
~50 km/h
Nearest / Next Station
Setabganj
Next Station ETA
in ~22m
Punctuality Rating
20% On-Time
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All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ

Ekota Express (706) Station List & Timetable

Full list of all 22 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.

Panchagarh(পঞ্চগড়)Origin
Arrival: —•Departure: 21:10•Terminal
Departed
Kismat(কিসমত)
Arrival: 21:25•Departure: 21:27•2m halt
Departed
Ruhia(রুহিয়া)
Arrival: 21:34•Departure: 21:36•2m halt
Departed
Thakurgaon Road(ঠাকুরগাঁও রোড)
Arrival: 21:51•Departure: 21:54•3m halt
Departed
Pirganj(পীরগঞ্জ)
Arrival: 22:16•Departure: 22:18•2m halt
Departed
Setabganj(সেতাবগঞ্জ)
Arrival: 22:32•Departure: 22:34•2m halt
Departed
Dinajpur(দিনাজপুর)
Arrival: 23:00•Departure: 23:13•13m halt
Current Stop
8
Chirirbandar(চিরিরবন্দর)
Arrival: 23:30•Departure: 23:32•2m halt
Upcoming
9
Parbatipur(পার্বতীপুর)
Arrival: 23:50•Departure: 00:10•20m halt
Upcoming
10
Fulbari(ফুলবাড়ী)
Arrival: 00:28•Departure: 00:31•3m halt
Upcoming
11
Birampur(বিরামপুর)
Arrival: 00:45•Departure: 00:48•3m halt
Upcoming
12
Panchbibi(পাঁচবিবি)
Arrival: 01:00•Departure: 01:07•7m halt
Upcoming
13
Joypurhat(জয়পুরহাট)
Arrival: 01:18•Departure: 01:21•3m halt
Upcoming
14
Akkelpur(আক্কেলপুর)
Arrival: 01:30•Departure: 01:37•7m halt
Upcoming
15
Santahar(সান্তাহার)
Arrival: 01:55•Departure: 02:00•5m halt
Upcoming
16
Natore(নাটোর)
Arrival: 02:41•Departure: 02:44•3m halt
Upcoming
17
Ullapara(উল্লাপাড়া)
Arrival: 04:12•Departure: 04:15•3m halt
Upcoming
18
Ibrahimabad(ইব্রাহিমাবাদ)
Arrival: 04:50•Departure: 04:52•2m halt
Upcoming
19
Tangail(টাঙ্গাইল)
Arrival: 05:12•Departure: 05:14•2m halt
Upcoming
20
Joydebpur(জয়দেবপুর)
Arrival: 06:18•Departure: 06:21•3m halt
Upcoming
21
Dhaka Airport(ঢাকা বিমানবন্দর)
Arrival: 06:47•Departure: 06:50•3m halt
Upcoming
22
Dhaka(ঢাকা)Destination
Arrival: 07:20•Departure: —•Terminal
Upcoming
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Operating Days & Holiday • সাপ্তাহিক বন্ধ

Ekota Express Off Day Schedule (Daily)

Runs 7 Days a Week

Ekota Express (706) operates daily throughout the year without any scheduled weekly off-day closure. The counterpart return train Ekota Express (#705) has its weekly off day on Daily.

SatRuns
SunRuns
MonRuns
TueRuns
WedRuns
ThuRuns
FriRuns
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.
Coach Composition & Seat Layout • বগি বিন্যাস

Ekota Express Bogie Position & Seat Plan

Standard Rake Formation (রেক কম্পোজিশন)

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 to Guard Van arrangement:Swipe coaches ↔
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.

Shovon Chair CoachesKa, Kha, Ga, Gha, Uma (ক, খ, গ, ঘ, ঙ)
শোভন চেয়ার বগি (নন-এসি) • 60 Seats (2x2 / 2x3)

Non-AC reserved coaches with cushioned bucket seats, large windows, and ceiling fans.

Snigdha AC Chair CoachesCha, Chha (চ, ছ)
স্নিগ্ধা এসি চেয়ার বগি • 48-52 Seats (2x2)

Modern Chinese CRRC / Indonesian PT INKA air-conditioned coaches with ergonomic reclining seats and charging ports.

AC Cabin & Sleeper BerthsJa, Jha (জ, ঝ)
এসি কেবিন ও স্লিপার বগি • 32-36 Berths

Private compartments featuring 4-berth cabins and 2-berth coupes with lockable doors and clean bedding.

Rear Brake Van / PantryRear Coach (সবশেষে)
রিয়ার ব্রেক ভ্যান / প্যান্ট্রি কার • Dining / Crew

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.
Official Bangladesh Railway Service • এসএমএস কোড

Track Ekota Express (706) 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.

SMS Code:TR 706
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Universal operator support: Grameenphone, Banglalink, Robi, Airtel, Teletalk.Official fee: ৳4.00 + applicable government VAT per SMS.
Service Overview & Background

About Ekota Express (একতা এক্সপ্রেস)

Division: Eastern Zone

Ekota (একতা) means 'Unity'. It symbolizes national solidarity by connecting the northernmost border district Panchagarh with the capital Dhaka.

বাংলা পরিচিতি:'একতা' শব্দের অর্থ ঐক্য বা সংহতি। উত্তরবঙ্গের সর্বউত্তরের জেলা পঞ্চগড়ের সঙ্গে রাজধানী ঢাকার যোগাযোগ ও ঐক্য প্রতিষ্ঠায় এই ট্রেনটি চালু হয়।

Ekota Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~507 km (315 miles). It connects origin Panchagarh with destination Dhaka in approximately 10h 10m.

Corridor Quick Facts

  • Train Number:#706
  • Train Type:intercity
  • Total Distance:~507 km
  • Total Stoppages:22 Stations
  • Return Train:#705
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি

Ekota Express Ticket Price (Panchagarh to Dhaka)

Official BR rates calculated for ~507 km

Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Ekota Express (706). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.

S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার

Shovon Chair

৳466 to ৳513

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
Reserved SeatFan CooledWindow ArmrestAffordable Comfort
SNIGDHAস্নিগ্ধা (এসি চেয়ার)

Snigdha (AC Chair)

৳1079 to ৳1165

Fully air-conditioned luxury chair car with spacious reclining seats, luggage racks, and onboard power outlets for devices.

Layout: 2x2 ergonomic reclining seat with personal mobile charging port
Full Air ConditioningReclining BackrestMobile Charging PortWide Legroom
AC_Sএসি সিট (কেবিন)

AC Seat (Cabin)

৳1312 to ৳1417

Air-conditioned private compartment seating. Highly recommended for families, couples, and travelers seeking quiet privacy.

Layout: 2-berth coupe or 4-berth closed cabin with lockable sliding door
Lockable Privacy DoorCentral ACReading LightsFamily Cabin Seating
AC_Bএসি বার্থ (স্লিপার)

AC Berth (Sleeper)

৳2003 to ৳2163

Full flat sleeping bunk equipped with clean bedsheets, pillow, and blanket. Ideal for overnight trips between North Bengal/Sylhet and Dhaka.

Layout: Full flat sleeper bunk with fresh bedsheet, pillow, and blanket
Full Flat Sleeping BerthFresh Bedding IncludedAir ConditionedOvernight Rest
How to Book Online Tickets (ই-টিকিট বুকিং নিয়মাবলী)

Tickets open 10 days before departure at 08:00 AM BST (Western Zone) and 02:00 PM BST (Eastern Zone) via eticket.railway.gov.bd or the Rail Sheba app. Read our step-by-step online ticket booking guide, check seat class differences, and review Bangladesh Railway fare charts.

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Popular Boarding Points & Junctions • স্টপেজ চেক

Does Ekota Express Stop at Your Station?

Key junction stops along Panchagarh–Dhaka

Check whether Ekota 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: 06:47 (3m halt)
Stops
Joydebpur
জয়দেবপুর জংশন
Arrival: 06:18 (3m halt)
Stops
Santahar
সান্তাহার জংশন
Arrival: 01:55 (5m halt)
Stops
Parbatipur
পার্বতীপুর জংশন
Arrival: 23:50 (20m halt)
Stops

Punctuality & Delay Analysis

Historical on-time running trends based on recent Bangladesh Railway logs.

20% On-Time Record
Avg Delay
~99m
Max Delay
~141m
Total Halts
22
Schedule Delay or Disruption? In case of severe train delays or train cancellation by Bangladesh Railway, passengers are entitled to counter refunds. Read the full Bangladesh Railway ticket refund rules & cancellation timeline.

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Common Passenger Queries • প্রশ্নোত্তর

Frequently Asked Questions about Ekota Express

Where is Ekota Express (706) right now? (একতা এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Ekota Express (706) is currently in transit between Setabganj and Dinajpur, running at approximately 50 km/h with roughly 14% of its journey completed. Next halt is Setabganj with an estimated arrival in ~22 minutes.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Ekota Express? (একতা এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Ekota Express (706) departs Panchagarh at 21:10 BST and reaches Dhaka at 07:20 BST. Total estimated travel time is 10h 10m covering approximately 507 km with scheduled halts across 22 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Ekota Express? (একতা এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Ekota Express (706) operates daily (7 days a week) with no weekly off day.
What are the ticket prices for Ekota Express (Panchagarh to Dhaka)? (একতা এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Ekota Express between Panchagarh and Dhaka are: Shovon Chair: ৳466–৳513, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳1079–৳1165, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳1312–৳1417, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳2003–৳2163. 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 Ekota Express? (একতা এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Ekota Express has 22 scheduled stoppages along the Panchagarh to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Panchagarh, Kismat, Ruhia, Thakurgaon Road, Pirganj, Setabganj. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Ekota Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
Ekota Express stops at: Dhaka Airport (06:47), Joydebpur (06:18), Santahar (01:55), Parbatipur (23:50).
How can I track Ekota Express live via SMS using code 16318? (একতা এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 706" 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 Ekota 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.
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