Which trains stop at Ahungalle Railway Station?

Both intercity express services and slower stopping trains on the Colombo Fort–Matara Coast Line can call at Ahungalle, though not all expresses stop here. Ahungalle is treated as a request halt on some services, so passengers should inform the guard or check the current Sri Lanka Railways timetable before travelling.

How far is Ahungalle from Colombo by train?

Ahungalle is 74 km from Colombo Fort along the Coast Line. Journey time is roughly 1.5 to 2 hours depending on whether you are on an express or a stopping service.

What is near Ahungalle Railway Station?

The station is close to the Madu Ganga wetlands, which are popular for boat safaris through mangrove channels. Kosgoda's sea turtle conservation project and Hikkaduwa's reef are also within a short distance north or south along the coast.

Is Ahungalle a good base for exploring the southern coast?

It can be, particularly for travellers who prefer quieter surroundings. The area around Ahungalle and nearby Balapitiya offers small guesthouses and direct access to the Madu Ganga estuary, while Galle Fort and Hikkaduwa are both reachable by train or tuk-tuk in under an hour.

How do I travel from Ahungalle to Galle?

The simplest option is to board a southbound train from Ahungalle toward Patagamgoda and then Galle — the journey typically takes around 20–30 minutes on a stopping service. Tuk-tuks are also available for shorter hops, and buses run along the coastal A2 highway.

Can I do a Madu River boat safari from Ahungalle Station?

Yes. The Madu Ganga river mouth is within a short tuk-tuk ride of the station. Boat safaris depart from landings near Balapitiya and pass through a Ramsar-listed mangrove wetland, visiting fish farms, spice islands, and bird habitats.

What is the Coast Line train journey like between Colombo and Galle?

The Coast Line is considered one of the most scenic rail routes in Sri Lanka. For much of the journey the track runs directly alongside the Indian Ocean, offering close sea views from the carriage windows. Ahungalle is part of this coastal stretch, making the train a worthwhile experience in itself rather than just a means of transport.

Ahungalle Railway Station

Ahungalle Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 74.0 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

25 trains call at Ahungalle 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: Piyagama (towards Colombo) and Patagamgoda.

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

Ahungalle jernbanestations køreplan

25 tog standser ved Ahungalle på en typisk dag.

Kystlinje · 74.0 km fra Colombo Fort · Sydprovinsen

Afgår	Mod	Tog	Kører
04:25 am	Maradana	Night Mail	Kun hverdage
05:24 am	Maradana		Dagligt
05:26 am	Aluthgama		Dagligt
05:35 am	Maradana		Kun lørdag og søndag
05:50 am	Maradana		Kun hverdage
06:11 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Kun hverdage og lørdag
06:11 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Kun søndag
06:24 am	Galle		Dagligt
06:36 am	Maradana	Sagarika	Kun hverdage
06:46 am	Maradana		Kun lørdag
06:46 am	Mount Lavinia		Dagligt
08:07 am	Maradana	Galu Kumari	Dagligt
10:21 am	Colombo Fort		Kun hverdage og lørdag
01:43 pm	Galle		Dagligt
03:06 pm	Aluthgama		Dagligt
04:02 pm	Beliaththa	Galu Kumari	Dagligt
06:22 pm	Aluthgama		Dagligt
06:23 pm	Hikkaduwa		Kun søndag
06:39 pm	Hikkaduwa
06:53 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	Kun lørdag og søndag
07:03 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	Kun hverdage
07:46 pm	Galle		Kun hverdage og søndag
07:54 pm	Galle		Kun lørdag
08:13 pm	Galle		Dagligt
09:49 pm	Galle	Night Mail	Dagligt

Køreplan spejlet fra Sri Lanka Railways offentliggjorte tidsplaner, sidst kontrolleret 2026-09-14. Tiderne kan ændres uden varsel — bekræft med jernbanen inden afrejse. Se hele netværket på Sri Lanka jernbanestationsliste.

Nearby places

14 places within about 25 km, nearest first.

Induruwa Beach1 km
Induruwa City1 km
Kosgoda City1 km
Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery1 km
Lunuganga Estate1 km
Kosgoda Railway Station2 km
Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project2 km
Maha Induruwa Railway Station3 km
Induruwa Railway Station3 km
Ahungalla Beach4 km
Ahungalla by4 km
Andadola Railway Station4 km
Madhuwa Bridge4 km
Madu Ganga4 km

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