BR Live Train Tracking (SMS and BR Explore App Method)

Bangladesh Railway SMS Train Tracking BD Code (BR Live Train Tracking)

Bangladesh Railway offers an official SMS-based live train tracking service, commonly known as BR Live Train Tracking. This service enables passengers to check the current running status and the last reported location of a train via a simple SMS.

How To Use The SMS Train Tracking Service?

1. Find your train in the list below.
2. Copy the SMS tracking code (for example: TR 701).
3. Send the SMS 16318 from your mobile phone.
4. You will receive a reply showing the train’s current status.

Which Mobile Operators Support This Service?

The Bangladesh Railway SMS train tracking service works on all major mobile operators in Bangladesh, including:

• Grameenphone and Banglalink
• Other operators (Robi, Airtel, Teletalk): May not work consistently or may not respond

N:B: Standard SMS charges may apply depending on your operator. As for Grameenphone its BDT 5.56 (All Included) and Banglalink its for BDT 4 TK (*VAT, SD and SC applicable)

How To Search In The Table Tracking Code?

You can easily find your train by:

• Train name (e.g., Dhaka Mail, Karnaphuli Express, Subarna Express)
• Train number (e.g., 701, 726, 813)

The search box will instantly filter the list as you type. Or check the BR Explore App Train Tracking System Guide

Other Methods for Tracking Bangladesh Railway Trains:

BR Explorer App

BR Explorer is an official mobile application related to Bangladesh Railway, designed to help passengers check train schedules, routes, and live train status more easily than SMS. For many users, the app is the most convenient way to track trains without needing to remember SMS codes.

The BR Explorer App is a mobile application that provides digital railway information, including:

• Live train tracking (where available)
• Train schedules and routes
• Station information
• Intercity and selected commuter train details

Instead of sending an SMS, users can search and track trains directly inside the app.

How To Track A Train Using The BR Explorer App?

Step 2: Open BR Explorer

• Launch the app after installation
• Allow basic permissions if requested (internet access)

Step 3: Find your train

Inside the app, you can search by:

• Train name (e.g., Subarna Express, Dhaka Mail)
• Train number (e.g., 701, 726)

The app will show the train’s route, stations, and schedule.

Step 4: Check live train status

If live tracking is available for the selected train:

• Tap on the Live Status / Train Tracking option
• You will see the latest reported location, delay information, or running status

Live tracking availability depends on Bangladesh Railway’s system and is mostly supported for Intercity trains.

Internet vs SMS – Which is better?

Method	Best for	Notes
BR Explorer App	Smartphone users	Needs internet
SMS (16318)	Basic phone / no internet	Works best on GP SIM
Website (like this page)	Quick reference	No app required

If you have internet access, BR Explorer is easier and more user-friendly than SMS.

Important limitations

• Live tracking data may sometimes be delayed or unavailable
• Not all Commuter, Mail, or Local trains support live tracking
• App performance depends on Bangladesh Railway’s backend system

When Should You Use BR Explorer Instead Of SMS?

Use the BR Explorer App if:

• You don’t want to remember SMS formats
• You prefer a visual interface
• You want to browse schedules and routes together
• SMS tracking is not responding

Use SMS (16318) if:

• You don’t have mobile internet
• You are using a basic phone
• You want quick text-based updates