How to Track Any Train in Real Time by City Name
Learn how to track any train in real time by city name. Step-by-step guide covering live train tracking, city-wise search, station boards, and mobile apps.
Why Track Trains by City Name?
Most people search for trains by city name — "trains from Dhaka to Chittagong," "trains from Jakarta to Bandung," or "trains from Mumbai to Delhi." This is the most natural way to search, and it's how most passengers plan their journeys.
Unfortunately, many railway websites force you to know the exact train number or station code. This guide will show you how to find and track trains using just city names — no technical knowledge required.
Method 1: Use Our Live Tracker (Easiest)
The fastest way to find trains by city is to use a live train tracker. Here's how:
- Go to the homepage of our website
- Type your departure city in the search box (e.g., "Dhaka" or "Jakarta")
- Type your destination city (e.g., "Chittagong" or "Bandung")
- Select your travel date
- Click "Search Trains" — you'll see all trains running on that route
- Click on any train to see its live position, delay status, and estimated arrival
Pro tip: You don't need to know station codes — just type the city name and our system will match it to the correct station.
Method 2: Search by Station Name
If you know the station name but not the train number, you can use the Live Station Board feature:
- Go to the live status page
- Enter the station name (e.g., "Kamalapur" or "Halim")
- Select a time window (2, 4, or 8 hours)
- You'll see all trains arriving and departing at that station
- Each train shows: scheduled time, actual time, delay, and platform number
Method 3: Use Official Apps
Most countries have official railway apps that support city-based search:
| Country | App Name | City Search | Live Tracking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | Rail Sheba | Yes | Yes |
| Indonesia | Access by KAI | Yes | Yes |
| India | NTES | Yes | Yes |
Method 4: Google Search
You can also use Google to find trains by city name. Try these search patterns:
- "trains from Dhaka to Chittagong today"
- "Jakarta to Bandung train schedule now"
- "live train status Mumbai to Delhi"
- "trains from [city] to [city] real time"
Google often shows direct links to live tracking pages in search results, especially for popular routes.
Common City-Based Search Queries
Here are the most common city-based train searches and how to handle them:
"Trains from Dhaka to..."
Dhaka has multiple stations — Kamalapur is the main intercity hub. When searching from Dhaka, always select "Kamalapur" or "Dhaka" as your origin. Popular destinations: Chittagong, Sylhet, Rajshahi, Khulna, Dinajpur.
"Trains from Jakarta to..."
Jakarta has several stations — Gambir is the main intercity station, while Halim serves the Whoosh high-speed train. For Whoosh, search from "Halim" or "Halim Station." For regular trains, use "Gambir" or "Pasar Senen."
"Trains from Mumbai to..."
Mumbai's main stations are Mumbai Central (Western Railway) and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (Central Railway). For live tracking, use the station name or code (e.g., "BCT" for Mumbai Central).
What You'll See When You Track a Train
When you track a train by city, you'll typically see:
- Train name and number — e.g., "Subarna Express (724)"
- Departure and arrival times — scheduled vs. actual
- Current status — Running, Stopped, Delayed, or Cancelled
- Delay information — e.g., "+25 minutes"
- Current location — last station passed or GPS position
- Platform number — at your boarding station
- Estimated arrival — when it will reach your destination
Tips for Accurate City-Based Search
- Use the local city name — "Dhaka" instead of "Dacca," "Mumbai" instead of "Bombay"
- Check spelling variations — "Chittagong" vs "Chattogram"
- Be specific with station names — "Kamalapur" not just "Dhaka"
- Check the date — trains run on different days of the week
- Refresh before traveling — platform assignments can change
Ready to Track Your Train?
Head to our live train tracker and try searching by city name. It's free, no login required, and updates every few minutes.
For the most accurate real-time data, check the tracker 30-60 minutes before you leave for the station — this gives you the most current platform and delay information while still leaving time to act on it.