Kamalapur Railway Station (Dhaka)
কমলাপুর রেলওয়ে স্টেশন (ঢাকা)
Kamalapur, Motijheel, Dhaka 1000
About This Station
Kamalapur is the central and largest railway station in Bangladesh.
The station handles over 30,000 passengers daily.
Facilities include ATMs, prayer rooms, restaurants.
কমলাপুর বাংলাদেশের কেন্দ্রীয় স্টেশন।
Station Facilities
Expert Tips for Kamalapur Railway Station, Dhaka
- Platforms 1–2 serve the Eastern Zone (Chittagong, Sylhet, Mymensingh); Platforms 3–4 serve the Western Zone (Rajshahi, Khulna). Check your platform on the departure board before walking.
- The E-Ticket Kiosk on the ground floor lets you collect pre-booked tickets without queuing at the main counter — use it to save 10–20 minutes.
- A left-luggage counter operates on the ground floor (ground level, near Platform 1 entry). Useful if you need to explore Dhaka before departure.
- Arrive at least 45 minutes before departure on weekdays; 60–90 minutes on weekends, Fridays, and public holidays when the concourse is densely crowded.
- The Motijheel Metro Station (MRT Line-6) is an 800 m walk — a viable option for reaching Kamalapur from the city centre without road traffic.
- A food court is on the ground floor; avoid buying unlicensed packaged items from platform hawkers.
Source: BD Railway Info editorial team & on-site verification.
How to Reach
Bus
BRTC and local buses from Gulshan, Dhanmondi, Mirpur stop near Kamalapur.
Rickshaw
Rickshaws from Motijheel, Paltan area. Fare ৳20-50.
CNG Auto-Rickshaw
From Dhanmondi ৳120-180, from Gulshan ৳200-300.
Ride-Sharing (Uber / Pathao)
Set Kamalapur Railway Station as destination.
Metro Rail
Motijheel Metro Station (MRT Line-6) is 800m walk.
Nearby Hotels
Hotel 71 Naya Paltan
Distance: ~1 km
৳1,500-3,000/night
Hotel Abakash
Distance: ~500 m
৳800-1,500/night
Hotel Pacific Ltd.
Distance: ~800 m
৳1,200-2,500/night
Nearby Attractions
Popular Train Routes
Subarna Express
To Chittagong
Parabat Express
To Sylhet
Sundarban Express
To Khulna
Silk City Express
To Rajshahi
Travel Tips
- Arrive 45 min early.
- Use E-Ticket Kiosk to skip queues.
- Platforms 1-2: Eastern Zone. Platforms 3-4: Western Zone.
- Food court on ground floor.
- Keep luggage attended.
- Eid/holidays: arrive 2 hours early.
Frequently Asked Questions
What facilities are available at Kamalapur Railway Station (Dhaka)?
Kamalapur Railway Station (Dhaka) offers: Waiting Room, Locker Room, Restaurant, ATM, Public Toilet, Prayer Room, Ticket Counter, E-Ticket Kiosk, Parking, First Aid.
How can I reach Kamalapur Railway Station (Dhaka)?
Bus: BRTC and local buses from Gulshan, Dhanmondi, Mirpur stop near Kamalapur.
Rickshaw: Rickshaws from Motijheel, Paltan area. Fare ৳20-50.
CNG Auto-Rickshaw: From Dhanmondi ৳120-180, from Gulshan ৳200-300.
Ride-Sharing (Uber / Pathao): Set Kamalapur Railway Station as destination.
Metro Rail: Motijheel Metro Station (MRT Line-6) is 800m walk.
What are the popular trains from Kamalapur Railway Station (Dhaka)?
Popular trains include Subarna Express to Chittagong, Parabat Express to Sylhet, Sundarban Express to Khulna, Silk City Express to Rajshahi.
Are there hotels near Kamalapur Railway Station (Dhaka)?
Yes. Nearby hotels include Hotel 71 Naya Paltan (~1 km, ৳1,500-3,000/night), Hotel Abakash (~500 m, ৳800-1,500/night), Hotel Pacific Ltd. (~800 m, ৳1,200-2,500/night).