Gabtoli Bus Terminal — Routes, Tips & Connections
Published on June 15, 20252 min readcity-guides
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Gabtoli Bus Terminal is Dhaka's largest inter-district bus terminal, serving routes to the northern and western parts of Bangladesh.
Location
Gabtoli is located on the outskirts of Dhaka, near the Savar highway junction. It's accessible from Mirpur Road and the Dhaka–Aricha Highway.
Major Destinations
| Direction | Destinations |
|---|---|
| Northwest | Sirajganj, Bogura, Rajshahi, Naogaon |
| North | Tangail, Mymensingh, Sherpur, Netrokona |
| West | Manikganj, Pabna, Kushtia, Chuadanga |
| Southwest | Jashore, Khulna, Satkhira |
Terminal Layout
The terminal has separate sections for different routes:
- North side: Buses to Mymensingh, Tangail, Jamalpur
- West side: Buses to Rajshahi, Khulna divisions
- Main building: Ticket counters, waiting areas, food stalls
Tips for Travelers
- Arrive 30 minutes early — the terminal is large and finding your bus takes time
- Use the BRTC bus counter for government buses (cheaper, reliable)
- Watch your belongings — the terminal is very crowded
- Beware of touts — buy tickets only from official counters
- Food is available — multiple restaurants and tea stalls inside
How to Get to Gabtoli from Central Dhaka
- From Motijheel: Take bus Route 4 or CNG (30–45 min)
- From Mirpur 10: Take bus Route 6 or ride-share (20–30 min)
- From Farmgate: Any northbound bus (25–35 min)
