How far is Pannipitiya from Colombo Fort by train?

Pannipitiya Station lies approximately 19 km from Colombo Fort along the Kelani Valley Line. The train journey typically takes around 45–60 minutes, depending on the service and number of stops along the route.

How many trains run to Pannipitiya per day?

Around 27 train services call at Pannipitiya on a typical day, running in both directions — towards Colombo Fort and towards Avissawella. Services are more frequent during morning and evening peak hours.

What stations are near Pannipitiya on the KV Line?

The station immediately before Pannipitiya on the way to Colombo is Maharagama, while Kottawa is the next station heading away from Colombo toward Avissawella.

What is the Kelani Valley Line?

The Kelani Valley Line is a narrow-gauge railway running from Colombo Fort south-east through the suburbs to Avissawella. It is one of Sri Lanka's oldest lines, originally built to move estate produce and now mainly serving commuters.

Can I travel from Colombo Airport to Pannipitiya by train?

There is no direct train link from Bandaranaike International Airport to the Kelani Valley Line. A private transfer or taxi to Pannipitiya is the most practical option from the airport.

Is Pannipitiya Station accessible from the city by road?

Yes, Pannipitiya is accessible via the High Level Road (A004) and through Maharagama. Road travel from central Colombo typically takes 30–60 minutes, though peak-hour congestion in this corridor can extend journey times significantly.

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

Tickets for commuter services on the Kelani Valley Line are generally sold at the station window and do not require advance booking. Fares are modest by international standards, and the process is straightforward.

Pannipitiya Railway Station

Pannipitiya Railway Station is a station on the KV Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Colombo District, Western Province. It lies 19.0 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the KV Line: Maharagama (towards Colombo) and Kottawa.

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

Pannipitiya – jízdní řád železniční stanice

V typický den ve stanici Pannipitiya zastavuje 27 vlaků.

Trať KV · 19.0 km od Colombo Fort · Západní provincie

Odjezd	Směr	Provoz
05:47 am	Colombo Fort	Denně
06:08 am	Colombo Fort	Pouze pracovní dny
06:43 am	Colombo Fort	Pouze pracovní dny a sobota
07:00 am	Colombo Fort	Denně
07:18 am	Colombo Fort	Denně
07:40 am	Colombo Fort	Pouze pracovní dny a sobota
08:13 am	Colombo Fort	Denně
08:18 am	Kosgama	Denně
08:28 am	Colombo Fort	Pouze pracovní dny
01:37 pm	Kosgama	Denně
02:32 pm	Colombo Fort	Denně
02:46 pm	Padukka	Pouze pracovní dny a sobota
04:18 pm	Colombo Fort	Pouze sobota
04:18 pm	Colombo Fort	Pouze pracovní dny
05:09 pm	Avissawella	Pouze pracovní dny a neděle
05:20 pm	Avissawella	Pouze sobota
05:35 pm	Avissawella	Pouze pracovní dny a neděle
06:03 pm	Kosgama	Pouze pracovní dny a neděle
06:25 pm	Avissawella	Denně
06:45 pm	Padukka	Pouze pracovní dny
07:05 pm	Homagama	Pouze pracovní dny a neděle
07:25 pm	Kosgama	Denně
07:32 pm	Maradana	Denně
08:10 pm	Padukka	Pouze pracovní dny
08:55 pm	Avissawella	Denně
09:01 pm	Maradana	Denně
09:47 pm	Maradana

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Nearby places

13 places within about 25 km, nearest first.

Makumbura Multimodal Center (MMC), Kottawa1 km
Homagama Railway Station2 km
Kottawa Railway Station2 km
Kottawa2 km
Homagama Hospital Railway Station2 km
Waga Railway Station2 km
Makumbura Railway Station2 km
Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Diyagama3 km
Panagoda Railway Station3 km
Athurugiriya5 km
Wataraka Railway Station6 km
Godagama Railway Station6 km
Madapatha6 km

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Pannipitiya – jízdní řád železniční stanice

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