Chattala Express Train (801/802) Complete Guide
Welcome to our comprehensive, passenger-first guide to the Chattala Express, a prominent intercity express train operating in Bangladesh under Bangladesh Railway. Known for its speed, punctuality, and comfortable seating classes, it connects key regional hubs smoothly. The official train codes are 801 (for Chattogram to Dhaka) and 802 (for Dhaka to Chattogram).
Chattala Express Time Schedule & Time Table
Updated for July, 2026Below is the official comparative travel timeline of the Chattala Express. This summary highlights departures, arrivals, and travel times across the routes. Use this schedule to coordinate your transit details accurately.
| Route Direction | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattogram to Dhaka (801) | 06:00 AM | 12:40 PM | 6 hrs 40 mins |
| Dhaka to Chattogram (802) | 02:15 PM | 08:30 PM | 6 hrs 15 mins |
Chattala Express Route & Stoppage Stations List
The Chattala Express travels a carefully scheduled course, stopping only at high-priority intercity junctions. The sequence below shows the stations chronologically. Make sure to plan your boarding or deboarding according to these designated stoppage points.
Route Map
This schematic diagram represents the independent stoppage sequence for both directions of Chattala Express.
Detailed Station Timetable & Halt Durations
| Seq | Station | Arrival | Departure | Halt (mins) | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chattogram | Origin (Starts here) | 06:00 AM | -- | -- |
| 2 | Kumira | 06:26 AM | 06:28 AM | 2 min | 0h 26m |
| 3 | Feni | 07:28 AM | 07:31 AM | 3 min | 1h 0m |
| 4 | Hasanpur | 07:52 AM | 07:54 AM | 2 min | 0h 21m |
| 5 | Nangolkot | 08:02 AM | 08:04 AM | 2 min | 0h 8m |
| 6 | Laksam | 08:17 AM | 08:20 AM | 3 min | 0h 13m |
| 7 | Cumilla | 08:41 AM | 08:44 AM | 3 min | 0h 21m |
| 8 | Shashidal | 09:05 AM | 09:07 AM | 2 min | 0h 21m |
| 9 | Quasba | 09:39 AM | 09:41 AM | 2 min | 0h 32m |
| 10 | Akhaura | 10:05 AM | 10:08 AM | 3 min | 0h 24m |
| 11 | Brahmanbaria | 10:26 AM | 10:29 AM | 3 min | 0h 18m |
| 12 | Bhairab Bazar | 10:50 AM | 10:53 AM | 3 min | 0h 21m |
| 13 | Methikanda | 11:08 AM | 11:10 AM | 2 min | 0h 15m |
| 14 | Narsingdi | 11:27 AM | 11:30 AM | 3 min | 0h 17m |
| 15 | Biman Bandar | 12:10 PM | 12:13 PM | 3 min | 0h 40m |
| 16 | Dhaka | 12:40 PM | Terminates (Ends here) | -- | 0h 27m |
| Seq | Station | Arrival | Departure | Halt (mins) | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhaka | Origin (Starts here) | 02:15 PM | -- | -- |
| 2 | Biman Bandar | 02:38 PM | 02:43 PM | 5 min | 0h 23m |
| 3 | Narsingdi | 03:20 PM | 03:23 PM | 3 min | 0h 37m |
| 4 | Methikanda | 03:41 PM | 03:43 PM | 2 min | 0h 18m |
| 5 | Bhairab Bazar | 03:57 PM | 04:00 PM | 3 min | 0h 14m |
| 6 | Brahmanbaria | 04:19 PM | 04:23 PM | 4 min | 0h 19m |
| 7 | Akhaura | 04:42 PM | 04:45 PM | 3 min | 0h 19m |
| 8 | Quasba | 05:01 PM | 05:03 PM | 2 min | 0h 16m |
| 9 | Shashidal | 05:16 PM | 05:18 PM | 2 min | 0h 13m |
| 10 | Cumilla | 05:40 PM | 05:42 PM | 2 min | 0h 22m |
| 11 | Laksam | 06:04 PM | 06:07 PM | 3 min | 0h 22m |
| 12 | Nangolkot | 06:21 PM | 06:23 PM | 2 min | 0h 14m |
| 13 | Hasanpur | 06:30 PM | 06:32 PM | 2 min | 0h 7m |
| 14 | Feni | 06:53 PM | 06:55 PM | 2 min | 0h 21m |
| 15 | Kumira | 07:56 PM | 07:58 PM | 2 min | 1h 1m |
| 16 | Chattogram | 08:30 PM | Terminates (Ends here) | -- | 0h 32m |
Chattala Express Ticket Price
Ticket prices are set strictly in accordance with Bangladesh Railway's official distance matrices. Below is a simple class-by-class pricing directory for the full-length intercity route.
| Seat Class | Fare (BDT) |
|---|---|
| Shovon | 365 ৳ |
| Shovon Chair | 505 ৳ |
| Snigdha (AC Chair) | 965 ৳ |
| AC Seat | 1,200 ৳ |
| AC Berth | 1,770 ৳ |
Chattala Express Seat Plan & Classes
The Chattala Express offers multiple carriage categories to suit varying passenger preferences, including Snigdha (AC Chair), Shovon Chair, and comfortable AC Berth sleeper cabins. The coaches utilize modern materials designed for safety and ease of travel.
The seat plan for the Snigdha (AC Chair) carriages is arranged in a spacious 2x2 setup with adjustable backrests. The budget-oriented Shovon Chair coaches are organized in a standard intercity 3x2 seating configuration to maximize carriage volume. The total passenger capacity for each run is designed to comfortably support approximately 700 to 800 travelers across all joined coaches.
Chattala Express Off Day
Note: The Chattala Express operates 6 days a week. The weekly off day is Fri.
How to Check Chattala Express Train Location (Live Tracking)
Bangladesh Railway provides real-time location feedback via SMS-based transit cellular telemetry. Passengers can easily query the current station position and coordinates from any active Bangladeshi mobile operator (including Grameenphone, Robi, Banglalink, Teletalk, or Airtel).
Create a new text message. Type the tracking command code exactly as shown below:
Send this SMS to the official Bangladesh Railway short-code terminal number:
You will instantly receive a return text message outlining the last parsed station pass, delay minutes, and live speed.
Interactive Route Station Timetable & Fare Calculator
Select your boarding and destination stations directly from the timeline to dynamically view custom class fares and step-by-step durations.
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Chattogram
Origin (Set Boarding)Official Departure Station
Departs: 06:00 AM -
Kumira
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 02 mins (Arr: 06:26 AM)
Departs: 06:28 AM +26 mins from prev stop -
Feni
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 03 mins (Arr: 07:28 AM)
Departs: 07:31 AM +1 hr from prev stop -
Hasanpur
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 02 mins (Arr: 07:52 AM)
Departs: 07:54 AM +21 mins from prev stop -
Nangolkot
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 02 mins (Arr: 08:02 AM)
Departs: 08:04 AM +8 mins from prev stop -
Laksam
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 03 mins (Arr: 08:17 AM)
Departs: 08:20 AM +13 mins from prev stop -
Cumilla
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 03 mins (Arr: 08:41 AM)
Departs: 08:44 AM +21 mins from prev stop -
Shashidal
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 02 mins (Arr: 09:05 AM)
Departs: 09:07 AM +21 mins from prev stop -
Quasba
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 02 mins (Arr: 09:39 AM)
Departs: 09:41 AM +32 mins from prev stop -
Akhaura
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 03 mins (Arr: 10:05 AM)
Departs: 10:08 AM +24 mins from prev stop -
Brahmanbaria
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 03 mins (Arr: 10:26 AM)
Departs: 10:29 AM +18 mins from prev stop -
Bhairab Bazar
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 03 mins (Arr: 10:50 AM)
Departs: 10:53 AM +21 mins from prev stop -
Methikanda
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 02 mins (Arr: 11:08 AM)
Departs: 11:10 AM +15 mins from prev stop -
Narsingdi
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 03 mins (Arr: 11:27 AM)
Departs: 11:30 AM +17 mins from prev stop -
Biman Bandar
(Set Boarding)Halt Duration: 03 mins (Arr: 12:10 PM)
Departs: 12:13 PM +40 mins from prev stop -
Dhaka
Terminal (Set Boarding)Intermediate Junction stop
Arrives: 12:40 PM +27 mins from prev stop
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Direct Segment Routes (240)
This train serves the following direct segment routes. Major hub connections are shown below. Click any link to view specialized timetables and ticketing details.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Find accurate, up-to-date answers to common queries about the Chattala Express schedule, route, off days, ticketing, and live location updates:
Q What is the schedule of Chattala Express?
Chattala Express departs from Chattogram at 06:00 AM and arrives at Dhaka at 12:40 PM.
Q What is the ticket price for Chattala Express?
The ticket prices for Chattala Express range from 365 ৳ to 1,770 ৳ depending on the seat class selected.
Q Does the Chattala Express have a weekly off day?
Yes, the Chattala Express has weekly off days on Fri.
Q How can I track the live location of Chattala Express?
To track the live location of Chattala Express, send an SMS with "TR 801 or TR 802" to 16318 from any mobile operator in Bangladesh.