Arriving in Sylhet · Rail travel
Sylhet Railway Station: plan your train journey and your arrival.
Sylhet Railway Station is the city’s principal passenger railway station, on the southern side of the Surma River in the Kadamtali area. It connects Sylhet with Dhaka and Chattogram and is a useful arrival point for a holiday, family visit or business trip.
This guide brings together the station location, published train times, official ticket links and practical advice for getting to your hotel or continuing around Greater Sylhet.
Important booking tip · Our recommendation
Book early — train tickets can be hard to get
Seats on popular services can sell out quickly, especially around holidays. Start checking roughly 10 days before your departure date and be ready when your travel date opens for sale. Check the current release date and time in the official service; holiday arrangements may differ.
Use the official Rail Sheba app or Bangladesh Railway’s e-ticket website. Bangladeshi adults normally register using their National ID (NID) details. Foreign visitors can register using a passport; other eligible passengers may use birth-registration documents under the applicable rules.
Prepare your account and complete identity verification before tickets go on sale. Keep your dates and preferred train ready, and do not leave booking until you arrive at the station.
Station photograph: CAPTAIN RAJU / Wikimedia Commons, 24 November 2021, CC BY-SA 4.0. Displayed at reduced resolution; appearance may have changed.
Sylhet train station at a glance
Location
Kadamtali, south of the Surma River, Sylhet, Bangladesh. The station and Kadamtali bus terminal are separate places, so tell your driver you need the railway station.
Train routes
Main intercity connections include Dhaka and Chattogram. For intermediate stops such as Sreemangal or Kulaura, search your exact station pair and date.
Official tickets
Use Bangladesh Railway’s e-ticket website or its Rail Sheba app. Check the journey date, class and boarding station before paying.
Railway information
Bangladesh Railway advertises 131 for railway service information. This is the railway information number, rather than a verified direct Sylhet station line.
Find the right place
Where is Sylhet Railway Station?
The station is on the south bank of the Surma, in the Kadamtali area. Bangladesh’s Sylhet district administration describes its location as Khojar Khola, south of the river. You may see the area written as Kadamtali, Kodomtoli or Kodomttoli.
For a driver or map search, use “Sylhet Railway Station” or the Bengali name “সিলেট রেলওয়ে স্টেশন”. Avoid using only “Sylhet station” if there is any doubt about whether you mean a bus terminal or railway station.
The Surma riverside, Keane Bridge and Ali Amjad’s Clock are in this part of the city, but leave sightseeing for after you have dealt with luggage and onward transport.
Published intercity services
Sylhet Railway Station train timetable
The tables below transcribe the relevant services from Bangladesh Railway’s East Zone timetable No. 54, effective 10 March 2025, linked by its official website when checked on 16 October 2026. Times use the 24-hour clock. Check the booking system for your travel date before relying on them.
Sylhet to Dhaka and Chattogram
| Train | Destination | Leaves Sylhet | Arrives | Weekly off-day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalni Express 774 | Dhaka | 06:15 | 12:55 | Friday |
| Jayantika Express 718 | Dhaka | 12:00 | 19:15 | Thursday |
| Parabat Express 710 | Dhaka | 16:00 | 22:40 | Tuesday |
| Upaban Express 740 | Dhaka | 23:30 | 05:40 next day | Monday |
| Paharika Express 720 | Chattogram | 10:00 | 18:55 | Wednesday |
| Udayan Express 724 | Chattogram | 22:00 | 05:35 next day | Sunday |
Dhaka and Chattogram to Sylhet
| Train | From | Departs | Arrives Sylhet | Weekly off-day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parabat Express 709 | Dhaka | 06:30 | 13:00 | Tuesday |
| Jayantika Express 717 | Dhaka | 11:15 | 19:00 | Tuesday |
| Kalni Express 773 | Dhaka | 14:55 | 21:30 | Friday |
| Upaban Express 739 | Dhaka | 22:00 | 05:00 next day | Wednesday |
| Paharika Express 719 | Chattogram | 07:50 | 15:55 | Monday |
| Udayan Express 723 | Chattogram | 21:45 | 05:45 next day | Wednesday |
Source: Bangladesh Railway East Zone timetable and download. This is a published schedule, not a live running-status feed. On a phone, swipe within each table to see all columns.
Dhaka to Sylhet train: choosing a service
Compare the arrival time with your hotel’s check-in arrangements. A daytime journey avoids a very early arrival; an overnight trip can save daytime travel hours but may leave you needing an early-morning pickup and somewhere to rest.
Allow a margin for delays. If you are connecting to a flight, a wedding or another fixed appointment, a timetable arrival should not be the only buffer in your plan.
Book through official channels
Sylhet train tickets and ticket prices
The most useful fare is the one quoted for your route, date, train and class. Check it on Bangladesh Railway’s official e-ticket website. A fare copied from an old chart may exclude charges or refer to a different class.
How to book online
- Open the official website or Rail Sheba, published by Bangladesh Railway, and sign in or follow its registration instructions.
- Search your departure station, destination and intended travel date. For the return journey, reverse the stations and choose the return departure date.
- Compare available trains and classes, then choose a seat where offered.
- Check passenger details, boarding station, total cost and the current cancellation terms before payment.
- Complete payment and download the issued e-ticket. Keep it available offline and follow the ticket’s identity and boarding instructions.
Rail Sheba’s official listing confirms online train searches, seat selection, payment and downloadable e-tickets. Complete any required passenger verification through the official service.
Which seat or class should you choose?
Look at the description offered for the actual train. For a daytime trip, compare seat comfort, air conditioning and cost. For an overnight trip, confirm whether you are booking a seated place or a berth; “AC” alone does not tell you that. Families should check seat positions before paying.
From the platform to your next stop
Arriving at Sylhet Railway Station
Station to your hotel
Keep your hotel’s full address and phone number ready. Agree the destination and fare before taking a CNG or other local vehicle. With luggage, children or an early arrival, arranging pickup in advance can make the journey easier.
Station to Osmani Airport
The railway station and Osmani International Airport are separate locations requiring a road transfer. Ask for a journey estimate for your travel time and allow for traffic, train delays and airline check-in deadlines.
A tight train-to-flight connection leaves little room for disruption.
Continuing to Sreemangal or a day-trip destination
If Sreemangal is your main destination, check whether your chosen train stops there before booking through to Sylhet. For Jaflong, Lalakhal or Bholaganj, plan onward road transport and any boat arrangements separately.
Our Sylhet travel guide helps you choose an itinerary, while the Bholaganj Sada Pathor guide explains that particular day trip.
Before boarding: a useful station checklist
- Arrive with a margin: as a practical starting point, aim for 30–45 minutes before departure, with more time if you need counter assistance. This is planning advice, not an official boarding rule.
- Find your train and coach: check station displays, announcements or staff rather than assuming a platform from an old journey.
- Prepare tickets and ID: follow the requirements printed on your issued ticket and keep essential documents accessible.
- Keep essentials with you: drinking water, medication, a charged phone and a power bank are useful on a long trip.
- Ask about assistance early: confirm step-free access, boarding help, waiting areas or luggage arrangements if these affect your journey.
- Agree porter charges first: if you use luggage assistance, settle the price and stay with your belongings.
Counter hours, specific waiting-room access, luggage storage and assistance availability should be checked with station staff. We have not verified these as round-the-clock services.
Sylhet Railway Station contact and official help
For railway service information, Bangladesh Railway publishes 131. For online ticket support, the Rail Sheba listing gives support@eticket.railway.gov.bd.
Need a direct station telephone number? Use Bangladesh Railway’s official station telephone directory. It lists Sylhet numbers in local format; confirm the current dialling format rather than relying on an old number copied elsewhere.
Your arrival is just the start
Plan your stay in Sylhet
Share your dates, group size and preferred places to visit. Include your train details if you would like to enquire about onward transport.
Sylhet Railway Station FAQs
Where is Sylhet Railway Station located?
It is in the Kadamtali area on the southern side of the Surma River in Sylhet. Ask for the railway station specifically, rather than the nearby bus terminal.
Which trains run between Dhaka and Sylhet?
The published intercity timetable lists Parabat, Jayantika, Kalni and Upaban Express. Search your travel date on the official booking service for current operation and availability.
Are there trains between Sylhet and Chattogram?
Paharika and Udayan Express appear in the official timetable. Check the direction-specific off-day and your intended date before booking.
How much is a Dhaka to Sylhet train ticket?
The total depends on the train, class and applicable charges. Search the official e-ticket service for the fare available for your journey.
Can I book Sylhet railway tickets online?
Yes. Bangladesh Railway’s e-ticket website and official Rail Sheba app provide online booking. Follow their current registration, passenger-verification and payment steps.
How far is the railway station from Sylhet airport?
They are separate locations connected by road. Check a current route estimate from the station to Osmani International Airport and leave a generous margin for traffic and train delays.
What is the Sylhet Railway Station contact number?
Bangladesh Railway advertises 131 for railway service information. For direct local station lines, consult its official station telephone directory linked above.
Sources and update notes
Booking-tip references: 10-day advance-booking policy; Bangladesh Railway’s 2026 advance-sales announcement; NID, passport and birth-registration requirements. Check the official service for current rules and release arrangements.
Researched and checked: 16 October 2026. Timetable basis: East Zone No. 54, effective 10 March 2025. This article does not provide live delays, platform assignments, seat availability or guaranteed fares.
- Bangladesh Railway — official ticket links, information number and ticket-scam warning.
- East Zone timetable — published departure, arrival and off-day tables.
- Official Rail Sheba app listing — booking features and online support.
- Sylhet district administration — station geography and regional rail connections. Older fares and times on that page have not been reused.
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