A lot of history buffs like to take weekend trips from Dhaka to Mahasthangarh. This old city, which is thought to be the ruins of Pundranagara, is about 210–220 km from Dhaka. It is near the Bogura district. You can take the bus, train, or car, depending on your price and time frame.
- Private car or taxi is the fastest option.
- The easiest and fastest way to get to Mahasthangarh is by car.
- Three to five hours
- Through the Jamuna Bridge on the N5 highway
- Cost: About $18 to $95 (depending on the type of car)
This choice is great for families or small groups who like having options. You can stop along the way to eat or see places. Most of the roads are good, so the trip on the highway is smooth.
- Train + local transport is the cheapest option.
- For people on a tight budget, the train is the best option.
- Kamalapur Railway Station in Dhaka is where the train leaves from.
- Bogura Railway Station is where they will arrive. It will take 6–7 hours.
- Price range: $1 to $18 (Shovan Chair to AC class)
This line is often used by trains like the Rangpur Express and the Parabat Express. The e-ticketing tool for Bangladesh Railway lets people book tickets online.
Mahishasthangarh is about 11 km north of Bogura town:
- You can take a CNG auto-rickshaw, a rickshaw, or the neighbourhood bus.
- 20–40 minutes of time
- $1–$3.00
- This mixture is cheap, but you’ll need to be patient because the trip takes longer.
Bus and Taxi Together
Taking a bus from Dhaka is another useful choice.
The bus leaves from the Abdullahpur Bus Terminal and goes to Bogura or Sirajganj.
Time: 2–4 hours by bus, plus 30–60 minutes for local transportation
Cost: $3 to $10 (bus ticket)
You can take either AC or non-AC buses, and you can book your tickets online. To get to Mahasthangarh from Bogura, you can take a cab or hire a CNG. It takes about 4–5 hours to get there altogether.
Can you take flight?
You could fly from Dhaka to Rajshahi and then take a cab to Bogura, but it wouldn’t make sense. It costs a lot more ($140+) and takes more than 4 hours. Most people would rather travel by car or rail.
How to Travel
- Come early in the morning to escape the heat of the afternoon.
- You can hire cheap and easy-to-use rickshaws from the site.
- The Mahasthangarh Museum is close by, so don’t miss it.
- Train and bus times can change, so always check ahead of time.
Mahasthangarh is a fascinating look into Bangladesh’s past, and it’s easier than most tourists think to get there from Dhaka.
FAQs
1. What is the quickest way from Dhaka to Mahasthangarh?
The fastest way to get across the Jamuna Bridge is in a private car or cab, which takes about 3–3.5 hours.
2. What is the least expensive way to get to Mahasthangarh?
The least expensive way to get to the spot is to take the train from Dhaka to Bogura and then a CNG or rickshaw.
3. How far is Mahasthangarh from the town of Bogura?
Mahasthangarh is about 11 km north of Bogura town. It takes 20–40 minutes to get there by local bus or taxi
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