Transportation & Infrastructure Guide
Public transit, airports, and getting around in Bangladesh
Public Transport
Road Infrastructure
Public Transport
4.2/10Limited public transport integration with emerging metro systems. Dhaka Metro Rail project underway to transform urban mobility. Bus networks exist but lack comprehensive coverage. Minimal integration between transport modes. Significant gaps outside major urban centers.
Road Infrastructure
3.8/10Road network in poor condition with maintenance challenges exacerbated by vehicle overloading and natural disasters. Core corridors between Dhaka-Chittagong severely congested. Government targeting 3,790 km of national highway upgrades to 4-6 lanes and 10,000 km of footpaths by 2030. Road transport rates higher than comparable developing economies.
Internet Speed
4.5/10Growing digital infrastructure with expanding fiber networks in urban areas. Rural-urban connectivity gap remains significant. Mobile internet quality improving but broadband speeds lag developed nations. Government prioritizing digital connectivity as part of infrastructure modernization.
Expanding in major cities, limited rural coverage
Airport Connectivity
5.8/10Network of 58 airports with 9 major facilities providing domestic and regional connectivity. Adequate coverage for passenger and cargo operations. Limited hub status compared to regional competitors. International routes concentrated through primary airports in Dhaka and Chittagong.
Transportation Costs
- Metro Pass
- N/A (Dhaka Metro Rail under construction)
- Bus Trip
- N/A (varies by operator and distance)
- Taxi
- N/A (unmetered; negotiated rates typical)
- High-speed Train
- N/A (conventional rail network only)
Mobile Network
4G/LTE networks operational in urban and semi-urban areas with expanding rural reach. 5G deployment beginning in major metropolitan centers. Mobile internet quality improving but infrastructure investment ongoing.
Driving License
International Driving Permit required for foreign nationals. Left-side driving. Foreign licenses accepted temporarily but conversion to local license required for extended stays. Visitors should obtain IDP before arrival.
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