Rupsha Express Explained

Rupsha Express
Color:006400
Type:Intercity
Status:Active
First:5 May 1986
Operator:Bangladesh Railway
Start:Khulna Railway Station
Stops:20
End:Chilahati Railway Station
Distance:446km (277miles)
Journeytime:10 hours
Frequency:6 days per week (off Thursday)
Trainnumber:727-728
Seating:Yes
Sleeping:Yes
Catering:Yes
Entertainment:Yes
Gauge:Broadgauge

The Rupsha Express (Train No. 727/728) is a train that runs from Chilahati, in North Bengal, to Khulna, in Southwestern Bengal. It is operated by Bangladesh Railway. Another train, the Simanta Express, also travels this route.[1]

Routes

The train route from Chilahati to Khulna is the longest route in Bangladesh. It was launched on 5 May 1986.

Timing

The train runs from Chilahati daily, departing at 8:00 am and reaching Khulna at 5:40 pm.[2] It leaves Khulna at 7:25 am daily and reaches Chilahati at 5:00 pm.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: http://www.railway.gov.bd/site/page/7220e9cb-ff66-4b20-9c11-3a3410dece7d/%E0%A6%96%E0%A7%81%E0%A6%B2%E0%A6%A8%E0%A6%BE-%E0%A6%9F%E0%A7%8D%E0%A6%B0%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%A8%E0%A7%87%E0%A6%B0-%E0%A6%B8%E0%A6%AE%E0%A7%9F%E0%A6%B8%E0%A7%82%E0%A6%9A%E0%A6%BF . bn:খুলনা ট্রেনের সময়সূচি . Khulna Train Schedule . Bangladesh Railway.
  2. Web site: Rupsha express . transportbd.com.