How to travel from Sylhet to Sunamganj

Sunamganj is a district town located in northeast Bangladesh, accessible only by road.  Though the distance between Sylhet and Sunamganj is just 67 kilometres, travel time is around three hours, due to poor road conditions.

Travel Options

Bus

There are several bus services available between Sylhet and Sunamganj, operating from early morning through to late evening.  Most buses depart from Kumargoan bus stop, which is located in the northwest part of the city of Sylhet, close to the Shahjalal Science and Technology University.  Connect to Kumargoan bus station by rickshaw or CNG from anywhere in Sylhet city. 

The bus fare from Sylhet to Sunamganj varies between BDT. 120-200 depending on the individual bus company.  Tickets are not sold in advance, but can be purchased directly from the bus company counters.  



Hire car 

There are many rental car service providers available throughout the city.  If unsure as to the reliability of the provider consider hiring a vehicle from the Chowhatta microbus stand.  

The cost of a one-way microbus hire from Sylhet to Sunamganj is BDT. 3000-4000. 

The cost of a full day microbus hire to travel to Sunamaganj is BDT. 4000-6000.

Places to visit in Sunamganj 

  • Tanguar Haor (a unique and spectacular wetlands).
  • The palace of Mystic poet Hason Raja.
  • Dolura Martyrs Memorial. 
  • Tomb of influential Bengali folk musician and poet Hanson Raja.
  • The residence of former prominent folk musician Shah Abdul Karim. 

Places to stay in Sunamganj 

Surma Valley Residential Resort

Tushon, Shologhor Road, Sunamganj

Phone: 01711-438803

Haor Bilash Guest House 

Hajipara Road,  adjacent to Sunamganj Circuit House, 3000

Phone 01716-750808

Nurani Hotel

Old Bus Stand, Sunamganj Sylhet Highway, Sunamganj



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