How far is Ja-ela Railway Station from Colombo Fort?

Ja-ela Station is 22.2 km from Colombo Fort along the Puttalam Line. By train, the journey typically takes around 30 to 40 minutes depending on the service. It falls within the suburban commuter zone of the Sri Lanka Railways network.

What are the neighbouring stations to Ja-ela on the Puttalam Line?

The station immediately towards Colombo is Kapuwatte, and the next station in the direction of Negombo and Puttalam is Tudella. Both are short stops along this busy coastal corridor.

How many trains stop at Ja-ela Station per day?

Around 44 trains typically call at Ja-ela on a standard operating day. Services run from early morning to late evening covering both directions — towards Colombo Fort and towards Negombo and Puttalam.

Is Ja-ela Station close to Bandaranaike International Airport?

Yes, Bandaranaike International Airport at Katunayake is roughly 15 km north of Ja-ela, making the town a convenient overnight stop for travellers with early flights. Taxis and ride-hailing services connect the station to the airport in around 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic.

Can I travel from Ja-ela to Negombo by train?

Yes, Negombo is a short journey north of Ja-ela on the Puttalam Line. Multiple trains run this route throughout the day, making it easy to reach Negombo's beaches and seafood market without needing road transport.

What is the station telephone number for Ja-ela Railway Station?

The station contact number is 011-2236409. You can call for timetable queries, lost property, or general station information.

What facilities are available at Ja-ela Railway Station?

Ja-ela is a staffed station with basic passenger facilities typical of suburban stations on the Puttalam Line. Ticketing services are available at the counter. For specific amenity queries, it is best to contact the station directly before your visit.

Is there accommodation near Ja-ela Railway Station?

Several guesthouses and small hotels operate in and around Ja-ela town, catering mainly to business travellers and transit guests. Hotel Stargazer is one option in Ja Ela for travellers needing a convenient overnight stay in the area.

Ja-ela Railway Station

Ja-ela Railway Station is a station on the Puttalam Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Gampaha District, Western Province. It lies 22.2 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the Puttalam Line: Kapuwatte (towards Colombo) and Tudella.

Station telephone: 011-2236409.

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

Ja-ela Bahnhof Fahrplan

44 Züge halten an einem typischen Tag in Ja-ela.

Puttalam-Strecke · 22.2 km von Colombo Fort · Westprovinz

Bahnhoftelefon: 011-2236409

Abfahrt	Richtung	Zug	Verkehrt
04:46 am	Nooranagar		Täglich
05:41 am	Maradana		Täglich
05:46 am	Negombo		Nur werktags und samstags
06:20 am	Colombo Fort		Nur samstags
06:20 am	Maradana		Nur werktags
06:21 am	Chilaw		Täglich
06:51 am	Panadura	Muthu Kumari	Nur werktags
07:25 am	Colombo Fort		Nur werktags und samstags
07:50 am	Maradana		Nur sonntags
07:51 am	Negombo		Nur werktags
08:11 am	Colombo Fort		Täglich
08:42 am	Negombo		Nur werktags
08:44 am	Puttalam		Täglich
10:05 am	Colombo Fort		Nur werktags
10:21 am	Chilaw		Täglich
11:01 am	Colombo Fort		Täglich
12:41 pm	Nooranagar		Nur werktags
01:17 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur samstags und sonntags
01:38 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur werktags
01:56 pm	Madampe		Täglich
02:35 pm	Colombo Fort		Täglich
03:12 pm	Chilaw		Täglich
04:26 pm	Chilaw		Nur samstags und sonntags
05:11 pm	Chilaw		Nur sonntags
05:23 pm	Chilaw		Nur werktags
05:33 pm	Negombo		Täglich
05:36 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur werktags
05:43 pm	Colombo Fort		Täglich
05:56 pm	Puttalam		Nur werktags
05:57 pm	Puttalam		Nur samstags
06:03 pm	Puttalam		Nur sonntags
06:16 pm	Negombo		Nur werktags und samstags
06:49 pm	Chilaw		Nur werktags
06:51 pm	Chilaw		Nur samstags und sonntags
07:10 pm	Colombo Fort		Täglich
07:23 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur sonntags
07:26 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur samstags
07:26 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur werktags
07:50 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur werktags und samstags
07:51 pm	Chilaw		Nur werktags
08:45 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur werktags
08:57 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur samstags
08:57 pm	Colombo Fort		Nur sonntags
09:06 pm	Chilaw		Täglich

Fahrplan übernommen von den veröffentlichten Fahrplänen der Sri Lanka Railways, zuletzt geprüft am 2026-09-14. Zeiten können sich ohne Vorankündigung ändern – bitte vor der Reise beim Bahnhof bestätigen. Das gesamte Streckennetz finden Sie auf der Sri-Lanka-Bahnhofsliste.

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