Dhaka to Sylhet

Dhaka to Sylhet

Dhaka
Sylhet
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Dhaka to Sylhet Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+3h 35m
$195.61
Train
Bangladesh Railway
AC Seat
06:30
13:00
$20.80
Flight
US Bangla Airlines
Economy
07:00
07:50
$41.90
Train
Bangladesh Railway
AC Chair
07:45
14:35
$16.20
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
08:15
09:15
$42.35
  5.0
Bus
ANA Paribahan
Express
09:30
20:00
$22.50
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
10:00
10:55
$32.49
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
10:20
11:15
$35.97
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
10:50
11:50
$38.73
  5.0
Train
Bangladesh Railway
AC Seat
11:15
19:00
$20.80
Flight
US Bangla Airlines
Economy
12:30
13:20
$43.46
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
14:00
14:55
$29.01
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
14:30
15:30
$39.74
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
14:55
15:50
$40.03
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
15:15
16:15
$39.45
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
15:45
16:40
$27.27
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
16:30
17:30
$39.45
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
17:00
17:55
$26.55
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
17:30
18:25
$108.64
  5.0
Flight
Biman Bangladesh Airline
Economy
18:05
19:05
$41.77
  5.0

How to get from Dhaka to Sylhet

Travelling between Dhaka and Sylhet is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 139.68 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 98.11.

How long does it take to get from Dhaka to Sylhet?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 11 hours to travel between Dhaka and Sylhet depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Dhaka and Sylhet. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 10h 30m to reach Sylhet.

How much does it cost to get from Dhaka to Sylhet?

Travelling between Dhaka and Sylhet can be as cheap as USD 98.11 if you opt for a TaxiBazaar taxi and as expensive as USD 139.68 if you buy a TaxiBazaar taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Dhaka and Sylhet ?

  • 3 from Dhaka to Sylhet starting from 00:00 Dhaka until 00:00 Dhaka

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Dhaka to Sylhet.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Dhaka to Sylhet, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 42.70.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Dhaka and Sylhet

Biman Bangladesh Airline, Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Dhaka to Sylhet overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Dhaka and Sylhet

ANA Paribahan

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Dhaka and Sylhet

TaxiBazaar

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Dhaka to Sylhet?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 63% took a train
  • 32% decided to fly
  • 5% opted for a bus

Transportation from Dhaka to Sylhet

Facts about the transport from Dhaka to Sylhet

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day3
Distance525 kilometers
Transport CompaniesANA Paribahan, Bangladesh Railway, Biman Bangladesh Airline, Biman Bangladesh Airlines, TaxiBazaar