Simple Process

How to Book Bangladesh Railway Tickets Online

Booking train tickets online via Rail Sheba / eTicket takes just a few minutes. Follow these steps to secure your seat.

1
Search Your Route
Enter your departure and destination stations, select the journey date and preferred seat class above.
2
View Available Trains
The official eTicket portal shows all trains, departure times, and remaining seat availability for your route.
3
Select & Register
Log in or create a free account on the official Rail Sheba website to proceed with ticket selection.
4
Pay & Confirm
Complete payment via mobile banking (bKash, Nagad, Rocket) or card. Your e-ticket is sent instantly.
Bangladesh Railway at a Glance

One of South Asia's Largest Rail Networks

2,955+
Route Kilometres
440+
Railway Stations
300+
Trains per Day
64 dist.
Districts Served
10 types
Seat Classes
Seat Classes

Bangladesh Railway Seat & Berth Classes Explained

Choose the right class for your journey. BD Railway offers options from budget Shovan to premium AC Berth.

SHOVAN
Shovan (Non-AC Seat)
Most affordable class. Hard seats, open coaches. Suitable for short routes and budget travelers.
SHULOV
Shulov
Slightly better than Shovan with reserved seating. Good budget option for medium journeys.
S_CHAIR
Shovan Chair
Comfortable reclining chair seats in an enclosed coach. Popular choice for intercity travel.
F_CHAIR
First Class Chair
Wider, more comfortable seats with extra legroom. Non-AC but significantly better comfort.
F_SEAT
First Class Seat
Premium non-AC coach with padded seats, available on major intercity express trains.
F_BERTH
First Class Berth
Sleeping berths for overnight journeys. Ideal for long-distance routes like Dhaka–Sylhet or Dhaka–Rajshahi.
SNIGDHA
Snigdha (AC Chair)
Air-conditioned reclining seats. High comfort level. Available on premium trains like Subarna Express.
AC_CHAIR
AC Chair
Fully air-conditioned coach with comfortable seating. Available on select intercity routes.
AC_S
AC Seat
Air-conditioned with reserved individual seats. Ideal for comfortable daytime travel.
AC_B
AC Berth
Premium sleeping berths in a fully air-conditioned coach. Best option for overnight long-distance travel.
Popular Routes

Most Searched Bangladesh Railway Routes

Click any route to pre-fill the search form above and find available trains.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Train Tickets

About BD Railway Online Tickets

Everything You Need to Know About Bangladesh Railway eTicket

What is Rail Sheba / eTicket?

Rail Sheba is the official online ticketing platform of Bangladesh Railway, accessible at eticket.railway.gov.bd. It allows passengers to search train schedules, check seat availability, and purchase tickets online for all major intercity and mail trains across Bangladesh without visiting a station counter.

How far in advance can I book?

Bangladesh Railway typically allows ticket booking up to 5 days in advance through the online portal. You can book from today up to 5 days ahead depending on availability. Counter tickets may have different advance booking rules.

Payment Methods Accepted

The official eticket portal accepts major mobile financial services including bKash, Nagad, and Rocket, as well as Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards. Make sure your NID or birth certificate number is registered with your account.

Popular Searches We Help With

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