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 jernbanestations køreplan

18 tog standser ved Habaraduwa på en typisk dag.

Kystlinje · 127.4 km fra Colombo Fort · Sydprovinsen

Afgår	Mod	Tog	Kører
05:24 am	Maradana	Sagarika	Kun hverdage
05:34 am	Matara		Kun hverdage
05:51 am	Matara		Kun lørdag
06:39 am	Maradana	Ruhunu Kumari	Dagligt
07:00 am	Maradana	Galu Kumari	Dagligt
07:24 am	Matara		Kun hverdage
07:50 am	Galle		Dagligt
10:01 am	Beliaththa		Dagligt
11:11 am	Galle		Kun hverdage
02:35 pm	Matara		Kun hverdage
02:52 pm	Maradana		Dagligt
05:03 pm	Beliaththa	Galu Kumari	Dagligt
05:26 pm	Beliaththa		Dagligt
05:59 pm	Galle		Kun hverdage
06:53 pm	Galle		Kun hverdage og lørdag
07:10 pm	Beliaththa	Sagarika	Kun hverdage
08:39 pm	Galle		Dagligt
09:11 pm	Beliaththa		Kun hverdage

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.

Steder i nærheden

15 steder inden for ca. 25 km, nærmeste først.

Sun Bastionunder 1 km
Shipwreck Divingunder 1 km
Barbarin Lighthouseunder 1 km
Galle Clock Towerunder 1 km
Galle Fort Entranceunder 1 km
Galle Portunder 1 km
St Joseph's Chapelunder 1 km
The Old Dutch Government Houseunder 1 km
Sea Turtle Farm in Mahamodara1 km
Talpe City3 km
Rumasalla Mountain3 km
Unawatuna Railway Station4 km
Unawatuna City4 km
Unawatuna Beach4 km
Japanese Peace Pagoda Rumassala5 km

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Habaraduwa Railway Station

Habaraduwa jernbanestations køreplan

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