Among the most well-known intercity trains of Bangladesh Railway, Jayantika Express holds a special place.
Running daily between Dhaka and Sylhet, it has earned popularity for providing passengers with a safe, comfortable, and dependable travel experience.
In this article, we bring you updated details of the train schedule, off day, stoppages, ticket fares, and route information. This guide will make your trip easier and more enjoyable
Jayentika Express Train Code: 717/718
Train Schedule
The train departs from Dhaka at 11:15 AM and arrives in Sylhet at 7:00 PM.
For the return journey, it leaves Sylhet at 12:00 PM and reaches Dhaka at 7:15 PM.The total travel time from Dhaka to Sylhet is approximately 7 hours 45 minutes.
Dhaka to Sylhet Jayentika Express Train Schedule
| Train Number | 717 |
| Departure (Dhaka Kamalapur) | 11:15 AM |
| Departure (Airport Railway Station) | 11:43 AM |
| Arrival (Sylhet) | 07:00 PM |
| Travel Duration | 7 Hours 45 Minutes |
| Day Off | Tuesday |
Sylhet To Dhaka Jayentika Express Train Schedule
| Train Number | 718 |
| Departure (Sylhet) | 12:00 PM |
| Arrival (Dhaka) | 07:15 PM |
| Travel Duration | 7 Hour 15 Minutes |
| Day Off | Thursday |
Off day
From Dhaka to Sylhet and Sylhet to Dhaka, the train’s off days are Tuesday and Thursday. On these days, the train does not operate.
Ticket Price
Jayantika Express provides three categories of tickets: S_CHAIR, SNIGDHA, and AC_S. The fare varies depending on the class and service type. The current ticket prices for Kalni Express are given below:
| Class | Price (৳) |
|---|---|
| S_CHAIR | 375 |
| SNIGDHA | 719 |
| AC_S | 863 |
Route and Stoppage Stations
Sylhet to Dhaka Route Stoppage Stations
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Sylhet | — | 12:00 pm |
| Maijgaon | 12:48 pm | 12:50 pm |
| Kulaura | 01:17 pm | 01:20 pm |
| Bhanugach | 02:19 pm | 02:21 pm |
| Sreemangal | 02:40 pm | 02:45 pm |
| Shaistaganj | 03:22 pm | 03:25 pm |
| Shahaji Bazar | 03:37 pm | 03:39 pm |
| Nayapara | 03:50 pm | 03:52 pm |
| Montola | 04:07 pm | 04:09 pm |
| Harashpur | 04:18 pm | 04:20 pm |
| Mukundapur | 04:30 pm | 04:32 pm |
| Azampur | 04:46 pm | 04:48 pm |
| Brahmanbaria | 05:09 pm | 05:13 pm |
| Ashuganj | 05:28 pm | 05:30 pm |
| Biman Bandar | 06:40 pm | — |
| Dhaka | 07:15 pm | — |
Dhaka to Sylhet Route and Stoppage Stations
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaka | — | 11:15 am |
| Biman Bandar | 11:38 am | 11:43 am |
| Ashuganj | 12:55 pm | 12:57 pm |
| Brahmanbaria | 01:11 pm | 01:15 pm |
| Azampur | 01:37 pm | 01:39 pm |
| Mukundapur | 01:52 pm | 01:54 pm |
| Harashpur | 02:04 pm | 02:06 pm |
| Montola | 02:30 pm | 02:33 pm |
| Nayapara | 02:47 pm | 02:49 pm |
| Shahaji Bazar | 03:00 pm | 03:02 pm |
| Shaistaganj | 03:21 pm | 03:24 pm |
| Sreemangal | 04:01 pm | 04:04 pm |
| Bhanugach | 04:23 pm | 04:25 pm |
| Kulaura | 05:05 pm | 05:09 pm |
| Maijgaon | 05:33 pm | 05:35 pm |
| Sylhet | 07:00 pm | — |
Our Final Word
Jayantika Express is a comfortable and reliable intercity train that runs daily on the Dhaka–Sylhet route. Having the right information about its schedule, fares, and stoppages can make your journey more enjoyable and hassle-free.
That’s why, whether you are traveling from Dhaka to Sylhet or Sylhet to Dhaka, Jayantika Express can be your best travel companion.
