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Dinajpur travel guide

Rangpur Division · 6 places to see · 2-day trip
Best timeOctober to March
Days needed2 days
District townDinajpur
From Dhaka7-8 hours by bus

At a glance: Dinajpur is a district in Rangpur Division; the best time to visit is October to March; a visit takes 2 days; from Dhaka it takes 7-8 hours by bus.

Last updated: October 2026

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What to see

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Shopnopuri

🌳 Park

A popular amusement park near Dinajpur town for a family outing.

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Getting there and where to stay

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From Dhaka7-8 hours by bus (from Gabtoli/Kalyanpur), 9-10 hours by train
🚆 Dhaka to Dinajpur train timetable
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Trains from Dhaka
  • Ekota Express · Drutojan ExpressStops in this district: Birampur, Fulbari, Parbatipur, Chirirbandar, Dinajpur, Setabganj
  • Panchagarh ExpressStops in this district: Parbatipur, Dinajpur
  • Nilsagar Express · Chilahati ExpressStops in this district: Birampur, Fulbari, Parbatipur
  • Kurigram ExpressStops in this district: Parbatipur

Timetables change; check tickets and times at eticket.railway.gov.bd · Source: Bangla Wikipedia

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Where to stayMid-range hotels in town, Tk 1,000-3,000 (approx.)
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What to eatDinajpur's Katarivog rice (fragrant rice), lychees and bhuna khichuri (spiced rice and lentils)
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TipsSee Kantajew and Nayabad together; the light is better in the morning.
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In an emergency: phone numbers

999Police, fire service, ambulanceNational emergency service · free call
01320-222222Tourist Police102Fire service16263Health (24 hours)109Women and children

Every number is from an official website, last checked on 8 October 2026. All emergency numbers with sources

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Common questions

When is the best time to visit Dinajpur?

The best time to visit Dinajpur is October to March.

How do I get from Dhaka to Dinajpur?

Ways to get from Dhaka to Dinajpur: 7-8 hours by bus (from Gabtoli/Kalyanpur), 9-10 hours by train. Trains from Dhaka that stop in Dinajpur district: Ekota Express, Drutojan Express, Panchagarh Express, Nilsagar Express, Chilahati Express and Kurigram Express.

What is there to see in Dinajpur?

Places to see in Dinajpur: Kantajew Temple, Ramsagar, Nayabad Mosque, Sitakot Vihara, Dinajpur Rajbari and Shopnopuri.

How many days does it take to see Dinajpur?

It takes 2 days to see Dinajpur.

Where can I stay in Dinajpur?

Accommodation in Dinajpur: mid-range hotels in town, Tk 1,000-3,000 (approx.).

What is the famous food of Dinajpur?

The famous food of Dinajpur: Dinajpur's Katarivog rice (fragrant rice), lychees and bhuna khichuri (spiced rice and lentils).

Who do I call in an emergency in Dinajpur?

Call 999 for the police, the fire service or an ambulance anywhere in Bangladesh; the call is free. The Tourist Police 24-hour helpline is 01320-222222, and the fire service hotline is 102.

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Nearby districts

Rangpur38 km awayNilphamari47 km awayJoypurhat61 km awayThakurgaon65 km away
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Products of Dinajpur, straight from local sellers

Famous for: Dinajpur's Katarivog rice (fragrant rice), lychees and bhuna khichuri (spiced rice and lentils)

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