Rajshahi to Dhaka by train
Dhaka lies 198 km (123 mi) east of Rajshahi, 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.
| Rajshahi | Dhaka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bangladesh | Bangladesh |
| Population | 763,580 | 10.4 million |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) | UTC+6 (Asia/Dhaka) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Kamalapur railway station, Fulbaria railway station |
Where to book trains from Rajshahi to Dhaka
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Staying in Dhaka
Our booking partner lists 414 places to stay in Dhaka. Of the 334 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (182), and 16 are five-star. Across 77 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 23,467 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Dhaka from Rajshahi?
198 km (123 mi) in a straight line, east of Rajshahi; by road roughly 241 km (150 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rajshahi to Dhaka 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 Rajshahi and Dhaka?
No, both are on Asia/Dhaka at the moment.
Where can I stay in Dhaka?
Our booking partner lists 414 places to stay in Dhaka, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.