Bangladesh road trip: Dhaka to Cox's Bazar via Chittagong
Follow a 637 km route across Bangladesh connecting Dhaka's Railway Station and capital highlights with Chittagong and Cox's Bazar. This journey traces a path through the country's major transport and coastal destinations, showcasing Bangladesh's dense infrastructure and diverse landscapes from urban center to coastal regions.
- Distance
- 637.0 km
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Meet the crew
- End
- Dhaka Railway Station
- Stops
- 6
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Meet the crew — A gathering point where travelers connect with local guides and fellow adventurers before embarking on Bangladesh explorations.
- Chittagong — Local communities visited during the train journey; cultural exploration and local Bengali dinner.
- Cox's Bazar — Final destination; the longest natural sea beach in the world. End of journey.
- Cox's Bazar Beach — Final destination; the longest natural sea beach in the world. End of journey.
- Dhaka - Capital of Bangladesh — First impressions and exploration of the capital; urban energy and city tour. Starting point for train surfing adventure.
- Dhaka Railway Station — Main train station where the real adventure begins; departure point for train surfing journey.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Trains are one of the cheapest and most convenient ways to get around Bangladesh, though they sell out fast due to high demand.
- Avoid
- Train surfing (riding on top of trains) is extremely dangerous and illegal. Do not attempt this despite it being common practice.
- Timing
- Visit in November for good travel conditions in Bangladesh.
- Tip
- Use an eSIM like Holafly for reliable internet connectivity across Bangladesh; installation takes less than 2 minutes.
- Food
- Try authentic Bangladeshi breakfast when visiting Dhaka to experience local food culture.
- Tip
- Hire a local guide to navigate Dhaka and explore off-the-beaten-path areas safely and authentically.
- Tip
- Visit Cox's Bazar, which has the longest natural sea beach in the world.
- Transport
- Expect intense traffic and noise in Dhaka; walking can be challenging due to congestion and constant horn honking.
- Avoid
- Be aware Bangladesh is one of the most densely populated countries and one of the most polluted, with trash visible in many areas.
Video on this route
I went on a spontaneous trip to BANGLADESH (to do something stupid)