Khulna to Rajshahi Train Schedule 2026: Times, Off Days & Fare

The Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule for 2026 has two intercity trains each way, Kapotaksha Express and Sagardari Express, plus the slower Mohananda Mail. Kapotaksha is the fastest, taking about 5 hours 35 minutes, and both intercity trains have one weekly off day.

This guide gives you departure and arrival times in both directions, off days, journey time, fares, stations on the way and handy tips. The times follow the official Bangladesh Railway timetable (Time Table No. 54, in force since 10 March 2025). We cross-checked them with other timetable sources in October 2026.

Quick answer: From Khulna, Kapotaksha Express leaves at 6:45 AM and reaches Rajshahi at 12:20 PM. Sagardari Express leaves at 4:00 PM and arrives at 10:00 PM. Mohananda Mail leaves at 11:00 AM and arrives at 6:55 PM. Kapotaksha is off on Friday and Sagardari on Monday. A Shovan Chair seat costs about Tk 360.

Khulna to Rajshahi Train Schedule at a Glance

Here are the key facts of the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule in one table. Save it on your phone before you travel.

Fact	Details
Intercity trains each way	2 (Kapotaksha Express, Sagardari Express)
Mail train	Mohananda Mail (runs daily, slower)
First train from Khulna	Kapotaksha Express, 6:45 AM
Last train from Khulna	Sagardari Express, 4:00 PM
Fastest train	Kapotaksha Express, about 5 h 35 min
Rail distance	About 263 km
Main stops	Jashore, Chuadanga, Poradah, Bheramara, Ishwardi, Abdulpur
Shovan Chair fare	About Tk 360 (plus Tk 20 online charge)
Where to buy	eticket.railway.gov.bd, Rail Sheba app, station counters

These two cities are the hubs of the south-west and the north-west. The line between them links Jashore (Jessore), Jhenaidah, Chuadanga, Kushtia, Pabna and Natore districts. So these trains are useful even if you are not going all the way.

Full Khulna to Rajshahi Train Schedule 2026

The table below shows the full Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule. All trains start from Khulna station. Trains in Bangladesh often run 30 to 90 minutes late, so keep some spare time.

Train name & number	Departure (Khulna)	Arrival (Rajshahi)	Off day	Journey time
Kapotaksha Express (715)	6:45 AM	12:20 PM	Friday	5 h 35 min
Mohananda Mail (15)	11:00 AM	6:55 PM	No weekly off day listed	7 h 55 min
Sagardari Express (761)	4:00 PM	10:00 PM	Monday	6 h 00 min

Mohananda Mail does not end at Rajshahi. It stops there for about 20 minutes, leaves at 7:15 PM and reaches Chapainawabganj at 9:00 PM. So people going to Chapainawabganj can stay on board.

Kapotaksha Express in short

Kapotaksha is the morning train in the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule. It is named after the Kapotaksha River in the Jashore region. It has non-AC chair coaches and an AC chair coach. Leaving at 6:45 AM, it reaches Rajshahi around lunch time, which suits business trips and university visits.

Sagardari Express in short

Sagardari is the afternoon train, and it is also the first train in the Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule each morning. It is named after Sagardari, the village of the poet Michael Madhusudan Dutt in Jashore. It also has AC chair and non-AC chair coaches. Leaving at 4:00 PM, it reaches Rajshahi at 10:00 PM, so you can work half a day first.

Mohananda Mail in short

Mohananda is a mail train. It stops at many more stations and takes almost 8 hours. It is the slowest choice in the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule, but it runs every day and is handy for small stations that the express trains skip.

Rajshahi to Khulna Train Schedule (Return Trains)

Here is the full Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule for the trip back. The same three trains make the return journey, and all of them leave from Rajshahi station near the city.

Train name & number	Departure (Rajshahi)	Arrival (Khulna)	Off day	Journey time
Sagardari Express (762)	6:00 AM	12:10 PM	Monday	6 h 10 min
Mohananda Mail (16)	8:05 AM	4:40 PM	No weekly off day listed	8 h 35 min
Kapotaksha Express (716)	2:30 PM	8:25 PM	Friday	5 h 55 min

Mohananda Mail starts its run at Rohanpur at 6:00 AM. It reaches Rajshahi at 7:55 AM and leaves at 8:05 AM. If you are boarding at Rajshahi, be on the platform by 7:50 AM.

Notice that the Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule mirrors the other direction. The morning train from Rajshahi is Sagardari, and the afternoon train is Kapotaksha. Each train goes one way in the morning and comes back in the afternoon.

Can you make a day trip?

Yes, and this is a useful trick. From Khulna, take Kapotaksha at 6:45 AM and return the same day on Kapotaksha at 2:30 PM. You get about two hours in Rajshahi. From Rajshahi, take Sagardari at 6:00 AM and return on Sagardari at 4:00 PM. You get almost four hours in Khulna. Remember the off days: no Kapotaksha on Friday, no Sagardari on Monday.

Weekly Off Days: Day-by-Day Guide

Many people forget the off day and arrive at the station for nothing. This table turns the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule into a weekly view.

Day	Trains running from Khulna	Trains running from Rajshahi
Saturday	Kapotaksha, Mohananda, Sagardari	Sagardari, Mohananda, Kapotaksha
Sunday	Kapotaksha, Mohananda, Sagardari	Sagardari, Mohananda, Kapotaksha
Monday	Kapotaksha, Mohananda (no Sagardari)	Mohananda, Kapotaksha (no Sagardari)
Tuesday to Thursday	Kapotaksha, Mohananda, Sagardari	Sagardari, Mohananda, Kapotaksha
Friday	Mohananda, Sagardari (no Kapotaksha)	Sagardari, Mohananda (no Kapotaksha)

On Monday there is no afternoon intercity train from Khulna. On Friday there is no morning intercity train from Khulna. Plan around these two gaps, and the Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule will work for you too.

Some websites still list older off days for these trains, such as Tuesday for Kapotaksha. The current official timetable says Friday for Kapotaksha and Monday for Sagardari. When you search a date on the e-ticket site, a train normally does not appear on its off day, so you can double-check there.

Khulna to Rajshahi Train Ticket Price

Fares in the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule depend on the seat class. The table shows the commonly listed adult one-way fares for the intercity trains. AC fares include 15% VAT.

Seat class	What you get	Adult fare (one way)
Shovan Chair (S_CHAIR)	Reserved non-AC chair	About Tk 360
Snigdha (SNIGDHA)	AC chair coach	About Tk 690
Other AC classes	Depends on the coach	Check at station
Mohananda Mail	Mail train seats	Check at station

Online tickets carry a Tk 20 service charge per seat. Counter tickets have no service charge. Children aged 3 to 12 need a cheaper child ticket. Fares can change, so always trust the price on the checkout page.

Older charts may show lower fares. Bangladesh Railway ended its distance rebate on long routes on 4 May 2024, so fares above 100 km went up. The e-ticket site always shows the current price.

Cheapest and best-value seats

• Cheapest intercity seat: Shovan Chair, about Tk 360.
• Best comfort: Snigdha, the AC chair, at about Tk 690.
• Short hops: If you travel only part of the way, such as Jashore to Ishwardi, the fare is lower. The e-ticket site works out the price for any two stations.

Stations on the Way From Khulna to Rajshahi

Both intercity trains in the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule use the same line. Here are the main stations in order. Not every train stops at every small station.

1. Khulna
2. Noapara
3. Jashore Junction
4. Mubarakganj
5. Kotchandpur
6. Darshana Halt
7. Chuadanga
8. Alamdanga
9. Poradah Junction
10. Bheramara
11. Pakshi
12. Ishwardi Junction
13. Azimnagar
14. Abdulpur Junction
15. Rajshahi

Between Bheramara and Pakshi, the train crosses the Padma River on the old Hardinge Bridge. Look out of the window on this part of the trip. It is one of the best views on the line.

Which station serves which district?

Many travellers use only part of the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule. This list helps you find the right station for your home district.

• Jashore district: Noapara and Jashore Junction
• Jhenaidah district: Mubarakganj and Kotchandpur
• Chuadanga district: Darshana Halt, Chuadanga and Alamdanga
• Kushtia district: Poradah Junction and Bheramara
• Pabna district: Pakshi and Ishwardi Junction
• Natore district: Abdulpur Junction

When you book, choose your real boarding station on the e-ticket site, not Khulna or Rajshahi. The fare will be lower, and the seat is kept for you from that station.

Starting from Jashore instead of Khulna? The trains reach Jashore Junction soon after leaving Khulna. Our Khulna to Jessore train schedule lists all the trains on that short stretch.

Best Train From Khulna to Rajshahi: Which One to Pick?

Each train in the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule suits a different plan. Use this simple guide.

• Fastest: Kapotaksha Express at 6:45 AM. About 5 h 35 min. Off on Friday.
• After work or class: Sagardari Express at 4:00 PM. You reach Rajshahi at 10:00 PM. Off on Monday.
• Day trip: Kapotaksha both ways from Khulna, or Sagardari both ways from Rajshahi.
• Small stations: Mohananda Mail, which runs every day.
• Families with children: Kapotaksha in Snigdha. You arrive in daylight.
• Students on a budget: Shovan Chair on either intercity train.

A safety tip for Sagardari. It reaches Rajshahi at 10:00 PM and often later. Arrange a pickup, or book a hotel near the station before you leave Khulna.

Choosing the right seat

On a long day trip, small choices make a big difference. A window seat is great for the view at the Hardinge Bridge and the green fields of Chuadanga and Kushtia. An aisle seat is easier if you need to walk around or travel with children.

If you are travelling as a family, book all seats in one go. You can take up to 4 seats in a single booking, so the system can place you close together. Older passengers usually find the AC chair coach calmer and cleaner, mainly in the hot months from April to September.

Travelling alone at night on Sagardari? Choose a seat near the middle of the coach, keep your bag in front of you and share your train number with someone at home.

What if tickets are sold out at 8 AM?

• Switch to the other intercity train on the same day.
• Try Snigdha if Shovan Chair is gone.
• Look at the next day. Sales open 10 days ahead.
• Check again later, because seats from cancelled tickets sometimes come back.
• Ask at the counter about Mohananda Mail. Never buy from strangers outside the station.

Before you travel: quick checklist

• Check the off day in the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule: Friday for Kapotaksha, Monday for Sagardari.
• Keep the Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule saved for the way back.
• Download your e-ticket or keep the counter ticket safe.
• Carry the NID or other ID you used to book.
• Charge your phone and carry a power bank for the long ride.

How to Buy Khulna to Rajshahi Train Tickets Online

Tickets are sold only on the official Bangladesh Railway e-ticket website, in the Rail Sheba app and at station counters. Online sales open at 8:00 AM, up to 10 days before your trip.

1. Create an account with your mobile number and verified NID. If you have not done this yet, follow our railway ticket online registration guide.
2. Log in. Choose From: Khulna, To: Rajshahi, the date and the class.
3. Pick your train and up to 4 seats.
4. Enter passenger names and tap “Continue Purchase”.
5. Type the OTP sent to your registered mobile.
6. Pay with bKash, Nagad, Rocket, Upay or card before the timer ends.
7. Download the e-ticket from Purchase History. A copy also goes to your email.

For ID rules, refunds and payment help, see our full Bangladesh Railway ticket guide. Refunds are allowed until 6 hours before departure, with a deduction that grows closer to the time. You cannot change the date or name, so cancel and buy again.

Travel Tips for the Khulna–Rajshahi Route

• Reach early: Be at the station 30 minutes before departure, mainly for the 6:00 AM and 6:45 AM trains.
• Plan for delays: Trains often run 30 to 90 minutes late on this long line. Treat the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule as a guide, not a promise.
• Eid rush: The Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule after Eid also fills up fast. Before Eid ul-Fitr 2026, weekly off days of all intercity trains were cancelled from 16 March until the day before Eid. Seats sell out within minutes in such weeks.
• Carry your ID: Keep the NID or document you used to book.
• Pack light: Overhead racks are small on chair coaches.
• Food: Carry water and snacks. The trip is long, and food on board can be limited.
• Stay safe: Bangladesh Railway warned in September 2025 about fake ticket sellers on Facebook. Never share your OTP or password with anyone.

Need to reach Dhaka from Rajshahi after your trip? See our Dhaka to Rajshahi train schedule for all the trains on that route in both directions.

How to Track Your Khulna to Rajshahi Train Live

Whichever direction you choose, use a simple SMS to see where your train is. Type TR, a space and the train number, then send it to 16318. A small fee applies.

• Kapotaksha Express: TR 715 (to Rajshahi) or TR 716 (to Khulna)
• Sagardari Express: TR 761 (to Rajshahi) or TR 762 (to Khulna)

The reply shows the last station the train passed. Compare it with the Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule or the table above to guess the delay. You can also call the railway hotline 131.

FAQs about Khulna to Rajshahi Train Schedule

What is the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule in 2026?

Kapotaksha Express leaves Khulna at 6:45 AM and Sagardari Express at 4:00 PM. Mohananda Mail leaves at 11:00 AM. They reach Rajshahi at 12:20 PM, 10:00 PM and 6:55 PM.

Which is the fastest train from Khulna to Rajshahi?

Kapotaksha Express is the fastest. It takes about 5 hours 35 minutes from Khulna. It does not run on Friday.

What is the Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule?

In the Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule, Sagardari leaves Rajshahi at 6:00 AM and reaches Khulna at 12:10 PM. Kapotaksha leaves at 2:30 PM and arrives at 8:25 PM. Mohananda Mail leaves at 8:05 AM.

What is the off day of Sagardari Express?

Sagardari Express is off on Monday in both directions. Kapotaksha Express is off on Friday. Mohananda Mail has no weekly off day in the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule.

How much is the train fare from Khulna to Rajshahi?

Shovan Chair costs about Tk 360 and Snigdha about Tk 690. Online booking adds Tk 20 per seat. Check the e-ticket site for the exact fare of your train.

Do these trains stop at Ishwardi and Jashore?

Yes. Both intercity trains stop at Jashore Junction and Ishwardi Junction. This makes the Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule useful for Pabna and Jashore passengers as well.

Final Word on the Khulna to Rajshahi Train Schedule

The Khulna to Rajshahi train schedule is simple to learn. Kapotaksha is the morning train from Khulna, Sagardari is the afternoon train and Mohananda Mail runs every day for small stations. For the trip back, keep the Rajshahi to Khulna train schedule table on your phone.

Book early, check the off day and reach the station on time. New to online booking? Our step-by-step page on how to buy a Bangladesh Railway ticket online will help. You can also check the official Bangladesh Railway website and read about Kapotaksha Express on Wikipedia. Have a safe trip!

Last checked: October 2026. Train times and fares can change. Always confirm on the official Bangladesh Railway e-ticket website before you travel.