Khulna-Dhaka train service via Padma Bridge begins

The much-sought train service connecting Khulna and Dhaka via the Padma Bridge officially began operations on Tuesday.

The Jahanabad Express commenced its inaugural journey from Khulna Railway Station at 6:00 am, scheduled to arrive at Dhaka Railway Station by 9:45 am.

The new service, part of the Padma Bridge Rail Link Project, is expected to significantly reduce travel time between Khulna and Dhaka, marking a major milestone in Bangladesh’s rail connectivity.

An official ceremony at Kamalapur Railway Station in Dhaka was attended by Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan, Adviser to the Ministry of Railways, who inaugurated the service.

With the launch of two passenger trains—the Jahanabad Express (Khulna-Dhaka-Khulna) and the Ruposhi Bangla Express (Benapole-Dhaka-Benapole)—train journey in the region is now faster and more efficient.

The Ministry of Railways said the new route via the Padma Bridge will cut travel time to just under four hours.