Sonar Bangla Express (787)
Route & Stoppage Schedule (রুট ও স্টপেজ সময়সূচী)
| Station (স্টেশন) | Arrival (পৌঁছানো) | Departure (ছাড়ার সময়) | Halt (বিরতি) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattogram | --:-- | 05:00 pm BST | 0 min |
| Dhaka | 09:55 pm BST | --:-- | 0 min |
General Expert Tips for Bangladesh Railway Travel
- Book tickets online at eticket.railway.gov.bd — the booking window opens 10 days before departure at 8 AM.
- Choose Snigdha (AC chair) or AC Berth for journeys longer than 4 hours; Shovan Chair is a comfortable budget option.
- Track any train in real time: SMS "tr [train number]" to 16318 (works on Grameenphone, Robi, and Banglalink).
- Arrive at the station at least 20–30 minutes before departure; platform assignments can change.
- During Eid and major public holidays, tickets sell out weeks in advance — plan and book as early as possible.
Source: BD Railway Info editorial team.
About Sonar Bangla Express (787)
Sonar Bangla Express (Train No. 787) is a premium intercity service on the Dhaka–Chittagong corridor, named after the iconic phrase "Sonar Bangla" (Golden Bengal) — the opening words of Bangladesh's national anthem, written by Rabindranath Tagore. This train represents one of Bangladesh Railway's flagship services, offering superior comfort on the country's most important commercial corridor. The Dhaka–Chittagong route carries more passengers and greater economic significance than any other railway corridor in Bangladesh, connecting the national capital with the country's main seaport, which handles over 90% of international trade. Sonar Bangla Express serves Snigdha (AC chair), Shovan Chair, and Shovan classes, with the Snigdha class providing air-conditioned comfort comparable to the best services in the region. The train is positioned as a premium alternative alongside Subarna Express, catering to business executives, port officials, and high-priority travellers on the corridor. The 320-kilometre journey through Comilla and Feni takes approximately 6–7 hours.
সোনার বাংলা এক্সপ্রেস (ট্রেন নং ৭৮৭) ঢাকা–চট্টগ্রাম রুটের প্রিমিয়াম সার্ভিস। জাতীয় সংগীতের "সোনার বাংলা" থেকে নামকরণ।
Route Highlights (রুট হাইলাইট)
- Named after Bangladesh's national anthem phrase — "Sonar Bangla" (Golden Bengal).
- Premium Snigdha (AC) class available for comfortable Dhaka–Chittagong travel.
- One of the flagship services on Bangladesh's busiest commercial rail corridor.
- Connects Dhaka with Chittagong port — the nation's trade gateway.
- Passes through Comilla and Feni — major commercial centres of eastern Bangladesh.
Train History (ইতিহাস)
Sonar Bangla Express carries one of the most symbolically important names in Bangladesh — "Sonar Bangla" (Golden Bengal) is the phrase that opens the national anthem "Amar Sonar Bangla" and encapsulates the nation's identity. By naming this premium train after the anthem, Bangladesh Railway elevated the Dhaka–Chittagong corridor to symbolic national status. The train service reflects the economic reality that the Dhaka–Chittagong axis is the golden corridor of Bangladesh's commerce, trade, and development.
How to Book Sonar Bangla Express Tickets (কিভাবে টিকেট কিনবেন)
You can book Sonar Bangla Express tickets online through the official Bangladesh Railway e-ticket portal at eticket.railway.gov.bd. Select Chittagong as departure and Dhaka as destination, choose your preferred seat class (AC Berth, Snigdha, Shovan Chair, etc.), and pay via bKash, Nagad, Rocket or bank card.
Sonar Bangla Express এর টিকেট eticket.railway.gov.bd থেকে অনলাইনে কিনতে পারবেন।
Travel Tips for Sonar Bangla Express (ভ্রমণ টিপস)
- Book Snigdha class 5–7 days ahead; premium seats fill quickly on this route.
- Departure from Kamalapur — arrive 30 minutes early during peak periods.
- Right-side window seats offer better river crossing and countryside views.
- Comilla halt is brief — buy snacks quickly from platform vendors if needed.
- Track via SMS "tr 787" to 16318.
Live Train Tracking (লাইভ ট্র্যাকিং)
SMS Service (এসএমএস সেবা)
Send tr <space> Train no. or tr <space> Train name to 16318 to get real-time train location.
ট্রেনের বর্তমান অবস্থান জানতে 16318 নম্বরে SMS পাঠান।
Available on: Grameenphone, Robi, Banglalink
Example for Sonar Bangla Express:
tr 787
tr Sonar Bangla Express
Send to: 16318
SMS Code Generator (এসএমএস কোড তৈরি করুন)
Type any train name or number to get the SMS tracking code instantly.