Dhaka to Rajshahi by train
Rajshahi lies 198 km (123 mi) west of Dhaka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 51 min at the speeds typical of Bangladesh rail, over roughly 241 km (150 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Dhaka | Rajshahi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bangladesh | Bangladesh |
| Population | 10.4 million | 763,580 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) |
| Stations on record | Kamalapur railway station, Fulbaria railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Dhaka to Rajshahi
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Staying in Rajshahi
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Rajshahi. Of the 14 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (6). Guests have left 539 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Rajshahi from Dhaka?
198 km (123 mi) in a straight line, west of Dhaka; by road roughly 241 km (150 mi).
How long does it take to get from Dhaka to Rajshahi by train?
About 2 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dhaka and Rajshahi?
No, both are on Asia/Dhaka at the moment.
Where can I stay in Rajshahi?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Rajshahi, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.