Bangladesh’s fastest train connects Dhaka and Chattogram, its top speed is…, no match for Vande Bharat, Shatabdi, Rajdhani Express, name is…

Traveling by train can indeed be an enjoyable experience. It even provides the opportunity to meet interesting people along the way. Whether someone enjoys the scenic views from the train window, reading a book, eating a favourite snack sold by hawkers, or chatting with fellow passengers, train journeys have a charm that other modes of travel can’t match. According to a news report by India TV, the fastest train of Bangladesh, the Shonar Bangla Express (Train no. 787/788), operates on the existing rail network, offering inter-city service between Dhaka and  Chattogram. This train service makes just one intermediate stop at Dhaka Airport.

The report further mentions that the Shonar Bangla Express departs from Dhaka railway station at 07:00 AM (Bangladesh Standard Time) and arrives in Chittagong at 12:15 PM. On the return journey, the train leaves Chittagong at 05:00 PM and reaches Dhaka at 10:05 PM. This train operates 6 days a week according to the schedule.

It is vital to note that the Shonar Bangla Express was launched as a nonstop inter-city train, providing excellent food and speedy service. Since its inception, the train has been operating from Dhaka Railway Station.

The Shonar Bangla Express holds top priority within the Bangladesh Railway network. Its fare is similar to that of the Suborno Express. Since 2021, food prices are no longer included in the tickets provided by Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation.

The speed limit of the Shonar Bangla Express is not clearly specified. However, based on the typical speed restrictions for express trains, it is likely that the operating speed of the Shonar Bangla Express is below 160 km/h (99 mph).

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