How far is Habaraduwa Station from Galle?

Habaraduwa is located just north of Koggala and a short distance from Galle city. By train, Galle Station is one of the nearest major stops on the Coast Line. By road, the journey between Habaraduwa and Galle Fort typically takes around 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic.

How long does the train from Colombo Fort to Habaraduwa take?

On a stopping service, the journey from Colombo Fort to Habaraduwa is typically around three to three-and-a-half hours. Express trains that halt at the station are faster, but not all express services stop here, so it is worth confirming the timetable before you travel.

Do I need to book a train ticket in advance for Habaraduwa?

Third class tickets do not require advance booking and can be purchased at the station on the day. For first and second class reserved seats on intercity services, advance booking at Colombo Fort or through Sri Lanka Railways online is advisable, especially during peak holiday periods.

Are there tuk-tuks or taxis at Habaraduwa Station?

Three-wheelers (tuk-tuks) are generally available outside the station when trains arrive. Most nearby villas and guesthouses can also arrange a pickup if you contact them ahead of time. There is no formal taxi rank, but local drivers are accustomed to meeting trains.

Which stations are on either side of Habaraduwa on the Coast Line?

Thalpe Station lies immediately to the north of Habaraduwa in the direction of Colombo, and Koggala Station lies to the south in the direction of Matara. Both are small halts serving coastal communities.

What is there to do near Habaraduwa for a day visitor arriving by train?

Day visitors can spend time at the beach, explore Galle Fort by tuk-tuk, visit Koggala Lake by continuing one stop south, or join a sea turtle conservation programme if timing allows. The area is quiet and well-suited to slow travel rather than a packed itinerary.

Is the train journey from Colombo to Habaraduwa scenic?

Yes — the southern stretch of the Coast Line is widely regarded as one of the most scenic rail journeys in Sri Lanka. The tracks run close to the ocean for long sections, passing lagoons, fishing villages, and coconut groves. The best views are typically on the seaward side of the train.

Habaraduwa Railway Station

Habaraduwa Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 127.4 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

18 trains call at Habaraduwa on a typical day. The full timetable — departure time, destination and which days each service runs — is listed below.

Neighbouring stations on the Coast Line: Thalpe (towards Colombo) and Koggala.

See the whole network on the Sri Lanka railway station list or the railway map.

Habaraduwa – jízdní řád železniční stanice

V typický den ve stanici Habaraduwa zastavuje 18 vlaků.

Pobřežní trať · 127.4 km od Colombo Fort · Jižní provincie

Odjezd	Směr	Vlak	Provoz
05:24 am	Maradana	Sagarika	Pouze pracovní dny
05:34 am	Matara		Pouze pracovní dny
05:51 am	Matara		Pouze sobota
06:39 am	Maradana	Ruhunu Kumari	Denně
07:00 am	Maradana	Galu Kumari	Denně
07:24 am	Matara		Pouze pracovní dny
07:50 am	Galle		Denně
10:01 am	Beliaththa		Denně
11:11 am	Galle		Pouze pracovní dny
02:35 pm	Matara		Pouze pracovní dny
02:52 pm	Maradana		Denně
05:03 pm	Beliaththa	Galu Kumari	Denně
05:26 pm	Beliaththa		Denně
05:59 pm	Galle		Pouze pracovní dny
06:53 pm	Galle		Pouze pracovní dny a sobota
07:10 pm	Beliaththa	Sagarika	Pouze pracovní dny
08:39 pm	Galle		Denně
09:11 pm	Beliaththa		Pouze pracovní dny

Jízdní řád převzat ze zveřejněných jízdních řádů Sri Lanka Railways, naposledy ověřeno 2026-09-14. Časy se mohou změnit bez předchozího upozornění – před cestou si je ověřte u železnice. Celou síť najdete na seznamu železničních stanic Srí Lanky.

Místa v okolí

Místa do vzdálenosti asi 25 km (15), nejbližší první.

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Galle Portméně než 1 km
St Joseph's Chapelméně než 1 km
The Old Dutch Government Houseméně než 1 km
Sea Turtle Farm in Mahamodara1 km
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Rumasalla Mountain3 km
Unawatuna Railway Station4 km
Unawatuna City4 km
Unawatuna Beach4 km
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