Historically, Bangladesh was connected by its waterways. Passenger boats known as ‘launches’ were a significant form of public transport in Bangladesh, particularly to cities in the south of the country. However, in recent years, the construction of several bridges across the country’s vast river network has significantly reduced road travel times.
While the idea of chugging along on a rickety, overcrowded boat might still be appealing to some visitors, it is now much easier, cheaper and faster to get around the country by bus, and launches are pretty much obsolete as a practical means of transport. Like other countries, Bangladesh is also interconnected by roads, railways, and metros, making transportation easier.
The bus is the most popular and frequently used mode of transportation, making your journey hassle-free and easy. Despite the relatively short distances involved, if you want to travel intercity in Bangladesh, then it is recommended to dedicate a whole travel day and not plan anything else for that day. You might arrive quicker than expected, or much later. It can be a complete lottery at times. Here are the modes of transport:
Buses
Bus travel was the preferred method of transportation in Bangladesh. Regional and intercity buses are both very frequent in Bangladesh. The buses are cheap, often in decent enough condition, and can be surprisingly comfortable. Typically, intercity buses feature a coach-style design with a luggage compartment and reclining seats. Most of the intercity buses you will find are usually heading to Dhaka.
If your destination is Dhaka or somewhere along the route, then you are in luck. If not, you may still be able to get a bus between other cities, but you will need to ask around, as these are usually far less frequent. If you are planning to start a commercial bus business, consider enquiring about the TATA LP 909 bus price in Bangladesh. It is available online, or you may visit the nearest bus dealer for more information.
Trains
Most of the information available online about train travel in Bangladesh focuses on unreserved tickets and trains that are a complete free-for-all. The ticket was cheap, and apart from being severely delayed, the journey was fine and relatively uneventful. The layout of the train was interesting. There is a private sleeper-style carriage with a single bunk bed in a lockable private cabin – the same layout as a first-class cabin on Soviet-style trains.
Metro
One of the most valuable forms of public transport in Bangladesh is the Dhaka metro. If you are visiting Bangladesh, you will inevitably end up in Dhaka at some point, and the metro is by far the best way to get around the city. The metro is quite modern and extremely cheap to ride. Trains are fast and frequent. Sometimes they can be a little crowded.
Conclusion
Outside of Dhaka, getting around within most cities by public transport can be difficult. Tuk-tuks are the main way of getting around locally within most towns and cities. You should book your ticket in advance and enjoy the journey.
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