Patenga Sea Beach: A Coastal Paradise

Getting There

• Public Bus

  From the center of Chittagong, head to the 'Kochukhata' bus terminal. Look for a bus that goes towards Patenga or any bus that mentions it has a stop at the beach. The fare is usually very low, around BDT 20-30. The bus ride will take approximately 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. Once you arrive at the Patenga area, ask the conductor or driver to notify you when you reach Patenga Sea Beach.

• Rickshaw

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hire a rickshaw from anywhere in Chittagong city. Just tell the driver 'Patenga Sea Beach.' The journey typically takes around 30-40 minutes. Make sure to negotiate the fare beforehand, which should be around BDT 150-250 depending on your starting point.

• CNG (Auto Rickshaw)

  You can also take a CNG auto rickshaw from any part of Chittagong. Similar to the rickshaw, tell the driver 'Patenga Sea Beach.' The ride will take approximately 30 minutes. Ensure you agree on a fare before starting the trip, which generally ranges from BDT 200-300.

• Walking

  If you're close enough, you can walk to Patenga Sea Beach. From the city center, head towards the Outer Ring Road. Follow the road until you see signs for Patenga. The distance from the center may be considerable, so make sure you're ready for a long walk, approximately 6-8 kilometers, which could take around 1.5 to 2 hours.