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Kalni Express (774)

কালনী এক্সপ্রেসRoute: Sylhet → Dhaka (~319 km)Departure: 06:15 BSTArrival: 12:55 BST (6h 40m)
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Live Position Status • এখন কোথায়?

Journey Completed: Arrived at Dhaka

Off Day: Friday
Sylhet(06:15)
(12:55)Dhaka
100% Completed(~319 km)
Origin: SylhetDestination: Dhaka
Estimated Speed
~0 km/h
Nearest / Next Station
Dhaka
Next Station ETA
At Schedule
Punctuality Rating
88% On-Time
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All Station Stoppages & Timetable • সম্পূর্ণ স্টপেজ

Kalni Express (774) Station List & Timetable

Full list of all 13 scheduled stops with arrival, departure, and halt duration.

Sylhet(সিলেট)Origin
Arrival: —•Departure: 06:15•Terminal
Departed
Maijgaon(মাইজগাঁও)
Arrival: 06:55•Departure: 06:57•2m halt
Departed
Kulaura(কুলাউড়া)
Arrival: 07:23•Departure: 07:26•3m halt
Departed
Shamsernagar(শমশেরনগর)
Arrival: 07:50•Departure: 07:52•2m halt
Departed
Sreemangal(শ্রীমঙ্গল)
Arrival: 08:17•Departure: 08:20•3m halt
Departed
Shayestaganj(শায়েস্তাগঞ্জ)
Arrival: 08:57•Departure: 09:00•3m halt
Departed
Harashpur(হরষপুর)
Arrival: 09:52•Departure: 09:54•2m halt
Departed
Azampur(আজমপুর)
Arrival: 10:20•Departure: 10:22•2m halt
Departed
Brahmanbaria(ব্রাহ্মণবাড়িয়া)
Arrival: 10:48•Departure: 10:51•3m halt
Departed
Bhairab(ভৈরব বাজার)
Arrival: 11:10•Departure: 11:13•3m halt
Departed
Narsingdi(নরসিংদী)
Arrival: 11:43•Departure: 11:45•2m halt
Departed
Dhaka Airport(ঢাকা বিমানবন্দর)
Arrival: 12:24•Departure: 12:27•3m halt
Departed
Dhaka(ঢাকা)Destination
Arrival: 12:55•Departure: —•Terminal
Departed
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Operating Days & Holiday • সাপ্তাহিক বন্ধ

Kalni Express Off Day Schedule (Friday)

Closed on Friday

Kalni Express (774) has its weekly off-day on Friday. The train does not operate from Sylhet on this day, while operating on all other 6 days of the week. The counterpart return train Kalni Express (#773) has its weekly off day on Friday.

SatRuns
SunRuns
MonRuns
TueRuns
WedRuns
ThuRuns
FriOff
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

Kalni 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 Kalni Express (774) 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 774
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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 Kalni Express (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস)

Division: Eastern Zone

Named after the historic Kalni River flowing through Sunamganj and the Surma-Kushiyara basin in Sylhet.

বাংলা পরিচিতি:হাওরবেষ্টিত সিলেট ও সুনামগঞ্জের বুক চিরে প্রবাহিত কালনী নদীর নামানুসারে এই আন্তঃনগর ট্রেনের নামকরণ করা হয়েছে।

Kalni Express operates under the Eastern administrative division of Bangladesh Railway, covering a total track distance of approximately ~319 km (198 miles). It connects origin Sylhet with destination Dhaka in approximately 6h 40m.

Corridor Quick Facts

  • Train Number:#774
  • Train Type:intercity
  • Total Distance:~319 km
  • Total Stoppages:13 Stations
  • Return Train:#773
Ticket Prices & Travel Classes • টিকিট মূল্য ও শ্রেণি

Kalni Express Ticket Price (Sylhet to Dhaka)

Official BR rates calculated for ~319 km

Below is the comprehensive ticket price guide for all passenger accommodation classes available on Kalni Express (774). Fares reflect standard Bangladesh Railway distance tariffs plus applicable 15% VAT on AC chair and berth accommodation.

S_CHAIRশোভন চেয়ার

Shovon Chair

৳293 to ৳322

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)

৳679 to ৳733

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)

৳825 to ৳891

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)

৳1279 to ৳1381

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 Kalni Express Stop at Your Station?

Key junction stops along Sylhet–Dhaka

Check whether Kalni 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: 12:24 (3m halt)
Stops
Bhairab Bazar
ভৈরব বাজার জংশন
Arrival: 11:10 (3m halt)
Stops
Brahmanbaria
ব্রাহ্মণবাড়িয়া
Arrival: 10:48 (3m halt)
Stops
Kulaura
কুলাউড়া জংশন
Arrival: 07:23 (3m halt)
Stops
Sreemangal
শ্রীমঙ্গল
Arrival: 08:17 (3m halt)
Stops

Punctuality & Delay Analysis

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

88% On-Time Record
Avg Delay
~119m
Max Delay
~195m
Total Halts
13
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 Kalni Express

Where is Kalni Express (774) right now? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস এখন কোথায়?)▾
Kalni Express (774) has completed today's journey, arriving at destination Dhaka at 12:55 BST.
What is the official timetable and schedule for Kalni Express? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস এর সময়সূচী)▾
Kalni Express (774) departs Sylhet at 06:15 BST and reaches Dhaka at 12:55 BST. Total estimated travel time is 6h 40m covering approximately 319 km with scheduled halts across 13 stations.
What is the weekly off day for Kalni Express? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস এর অফ ডে কবে?)▾
Kalni Express (774) has its weekly off-day on Friday. It operates on all other 6 days of the week. Note: The return train Kalni Express (773) has its off day on Friday.
What are the ticket prices for Kalni Express (Sylhet to Dhaka)? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস টিকিটের মূল্য ও ভাড়া)▾
Estimated Bangladesh Railway ticket prices for Kalni Express between Sylhet and Dhaka are: Shovon Chair: ৳293–৳322, Snigdha (AC Chair): ৳679–৳733, AC Seat (Cabin): ৳825–৳891, AC Berth (Sleeper): ৳1279–৳1381. 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 Kalni Express? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস কোথায় কোথায় থামে / স্টপেজ তালিকা)▾
Kalni Express has 13 scheduled stoppages along the Sylhet to Dhaka rail corridor. Major boarding points include Sylhet, Maijgaon, Kulaura, Shamsernagar, Sreemangal, Shayestaganj. You can search and filter the full timetable on this page.
Does Kalni Express stop at major junction stations like Joydebpur or Dhaka Airport?▾
Kalni Express stops at: Dhaka Airport (12:24), Bhairab Bazar (11:10), Brahmanbaria (10:48), Kulaura (07:23), Sreemangal (08:17).
How can I track Kalni Express live via SMS using code 16318? (কালনী এক্সপ্রেস ট্র্যাকিং কোড)▾
To get Bangladesh Railway's official locomotive satellite GPS report on your phone, send an SMS with "TR 774" 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 Kalni 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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