How far is Kalutara North Railway Station from Colombo?

Kalutara North is 39.9 km from Colombo Fort along the Coast Line. Express trains cover this distance in roughly 55 to 70 minutes, while stopping services take up to 90 minutes.

How many trains run from Colombo to Kalutara North per day?

Around 50 services call at Kalutara North on a typical day in both directions. Frequency is higher during morning and evening peak hours. Timetables can vary on public holidays.

What is the telephone number for Kalutara North Railway Station?

The station can be contacted on 034-2232272. Staff can help with timetable queries, platform information, and ticket availability.

Which stations are next to Kalutara North on the Coast Line?

Toward Colombo, the adjacent station is a train halt. In the southward direction, the next stop is Kalutara South. The two Kalutara stations are close together, so verify your stop before boarding.

Is it better to take the train or a private transfer from the airport to Kalutara?

Bandaranaike International Airport is not directly on the Coast Line, so a rail journey requires travelling into Colombo Fort first and then changing trains. Travellers with luggage or tight timings often find a private airport transfer more practical. Lakpura arranges direct transfers from the airport to hotels in Kalutara.

Can I buy train tickets at Kalutara North Station?

Yes, the station booking office sells both reserved and unreserved tickets. For first-class seats on intercity expresses, booking in advance is advisable, particularly on weekends and public holidays.

What are the main attractions near Kalutara North Station?

The Gangatilaka Vihara — a hollow Buddhist dagoba beside the Kalu Ganga — is the most visited landmark and is reachable within minutes of the station. Kalutara Beach, the Kalu Ganga river jetty, and the local morning market are also close by.

Which train class should I choose for the Colombo–Kalutara journey?

Second class is comfortable for the roughly one-hour journey and is available on most services. First-class air-conditioned coaches run on select intercity trains and are worth reserving ahead. Third class is the most economical but can be crowded during peak hours.

Kalutara North Railway Station

Kalutara North Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Kalutara District, Western Province. It lies 39.9 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

50 trains call at Kalutara North 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: Train Halt 01 (towards Colombo) and Kalutara South.

Station telephone: 034-2232272.

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

Kalutara North – jízdní řád železniční stanice

V typický den ve stanici Kalutara North zastavuje 50 vlaků.

Pobřežní trať · 39.9 km od Colombo Fort · Západní provincie

Telefon stanice: 034-2232272

Odjezd	Směr	Vlak	Provoz
03:50 am	Colombo Fort		Denně
04:11 am	Chilaw		Denně
04:55 am	Colombo Fort		Pouze pracovní dny a sobota
05:18 am	Maradana		Pouze neděle
05:30 am	Maradana	Night Mail	Pouze pracovní dny
05:52 am	Maradana		Pouze pracovní dny
05:58 am	Maradana		Pouze sobota a neděle
06:21 am	Maradana		Denně
06:23 am	Maradana		Pouze sobota a neděle
06:35 am	Maradana		Pouze pracovní dny a sobota
07:02 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Pouze neděle
07:03 am	Kalutara South		Denně
07:05 am	Colombo Fort		Pouze pracovní dny
07:25 am	Colombo Fort		Pouze sobota
07:25 am	Maradana		Pouze neděle
07:30 am	Colombo Fort		Pouze pracovní dny
07:47 am	Maradana		Pouze pracovní dny
07:50 am	Beliaththa		Denně
08:28 am	Mount Lavinia		Denně
09:57 am	Kalutara South		Denně
10:40 am	Maradana		Denně
11:13 am	Kalutara South		Denně
12:25 pm	Maradana		Denně
12:29 pm	Aluthgama		Denně
01:25 pm	Kalutara South		Pouze pracovní dny
01:45 pm	Maradana		Pouze pracovní dny
01:50 pm	Kalutara South		Pouze sobota a neděle
02:10 pm	Maradana		Pouze sobota a neděle
02:28 pm	Maradana		Pouze pracovní dny
02:28 pm	Maradana		Pouze sobota a neděle
03:17 pm	Aluthgama		Denně
05:12 pm	Kalutara South		Pouze pracovní dny
05:13 pm	Colombo Fort		Pouze sobota a neděle
05:25 pm	Colombo Fort		Pouze pracovní dny
05:35 pm	Colombo Fort		Pouze pracovní dny
05:35 pm	Kalutara South		Pouze pracovní dny
05:59 pm	Aluthgama		Pouze pracovní dny
06:03 pm	Aluthgama		Pouze sobota a neděle
06:34 pm	Kalutara South		Pouze pracovní dny a sobota
06:49 pm	Maradana		Pouze pracovní dny a sobota
06:51 pm	Galle		Pouze sobota
06:51 pm	Galle		Pouze pracovní dny a neděle
07:00 pm	Aluthgama		Pouze pracovní dny
07:35 pm	Aluthgama		Denně
08:04 pm	Aluthgama		Denně
08:21 pm	Kalutara South		Pouze pracovní dny
08:32 pm	Galle	Night Mail	Denně
09:53 pm	Kalutara South		Pouze neděle
09:53 pm	Payagala South		Pouze pracovní dny
10:48 pm	Aluthgama		Denně

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Nearby places

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Kalutara Urban Council Groundsunder 1 km
Kalutara Bridge: An Unspoken Heritageunder 1 km
Kalutara Bodhiyaunder 1 km
Richmond Castleunder 1 km
Calido Beachunder 1 km
Train Halt 01 Railway Stationunder 1 km
Wadduwa Railway Station5 km
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