How far is Koshinna Railway Station from Colombo Fort?

Koshinna Railway Station is 117.4 km from Colombo Fort along Sri Lanka's Main Line railway. The journey by train takes roughly 2.5 to 3 hours depending on the service and number of stops made along the way.

Which stations are next to Koshinna on the Main Line?

Peradeniya Junction is the neighbouring station in the direction of Colombo, and Gelioya is the next station in the direction of Badulla. Peradeniya is also a key interchange for trains heading to Kandy city.

How many trains stop at Koshinna Station per day?

Around 14 trains call at Koshinna on a typical day, covering a mix of intercity, semi-express, and stopping services. Not all express trains halt here, so confirm your specific service with Sri Lanka Railways before travelling.

Do I need to book a ticket in advance for trains stopping at Koshinna?

For short local hops, unreserved second or third class tickets are usually sufficient. If you are travelling a longer distance — especially in an observation saloon or first class — advance reservation is recommended, particularly on weekends and during peak holiday seasons.

What is the best time of year to travel the Kandy–hill country train route?

January to April and August to October tend to offer the driest, clearest conditions along the Main Line through the Central Province. The wet season still sees trains running normally, and the misty scenery has its own character.

Is the Kandy to Ella train journey one of Sri Lanka's great rail routes?

Yes, the rail corridor that passes through Koshinna and continues into the highlands toward Nuwara Eliya and Ella is widely considered one of the most scenic train journeys in South Asia. The route features dramatic gradients, tunnels, and sweeping valley views as it climbs through tea country.

What attractions are near Koshinna Railway Station?

The Royal Botanic Gardens at Peradeniya are the closest major attraction, accessible from Peradeniya Junction just back along the line. Kandy city — with its Temple of the Tooth Relic and cultural heritage — is roughly 5–6 km from Peradeniya by road.

Koshinna Railway Station

Koshinna Railway Station is a station on the Main Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Kandy District, Central Province. It lies 117.4 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the Main Line: Peradeniya (towards Colombo) and Gelioya.

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

Koshinna jernbanestations køreplan

14 tog standser ved Koshinna på en typisk dag.

Hovedlinje · 117.4 km fra Colombo Fort · Centralprovinsen

Afgår	Mod	Kører
03:57 am	Badulla	Dagligt
06:30 am	Kandy	Dagligt
06:46 am	Nawalapitiya	Dagligt
07:30 am	Kandy	Dagligt
09:47 am	Colombo Fort	Dagligt
10:11 am	Nawalapitiya	Dagligt
11:35 am	Kandy	Dagligt
02:28 pm	Nawalapitiya	Dagligt
05:39 pm	Nanuoya	Dagligt
05:50 pm	Kandy	Dagligt
07:37 pm	Nawalapitiya	Kun hverdage
07:37 pm	Nawalapitiya	Kun lørdag og søndag
07:38 pm	Nawalapitiya	Dagligt
08:18 pm	Kandy	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.

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Peradeniya Royal Botanical Garden2 km
Botanical Garden2 km
Sarasavi Uyana2 km
Botanical Gardens2 km
Hanthana Mountain Range3 km

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Koshinna jernbanestations køreplan

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