How to Book Bangladesh Railway Ticket Online | Step by Step Guide
Booking a train ticket online in Bangladesh has become much easier with the official e-ticketing platform railwayticket.bd. This complete guide walks you through every step from registration to payment, so you can book your ticket from home without standing in long queues.
Step 1: Create Your Account
Visit railwayticket.bd or eticket.railway.gov.bd and click 'Register'. You'll need your National ID (NID) number, mobile phone number, and email address. After registration, verify your phone number with OTP.
Step 2: Log In & Search Trains
Log in with your credentials. On the homepage, select your departure station (From), destination (To), date of journey, and preferred class. Click 'Search Train' to see available options.
Step 3: Select Your Train & Seat
From the search results, choose a train that fits your schedule. Click on it to see available seats. Select your preferred seat(s) and add passenger details including name and phone number.
Step 4: Verify OTP & Make Payment
An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP to verify. Then proceed to payment using bKash, Nagad, Rocket, or credit/debit card. Your e-ticket will be generated immediately after successful payment.
Important Tips for Online Booking
- Tickets go on sale exactly 5 days before the journey date at 8:00 AM
- Keep your NID number handy during registration
- Use a stable internet connection during payment
- Save your e-ticket PDF on your phone for easy access
- One account can book a maximum of 4 tickets per transaction