How far is Matale Railway Station from Colombo Fort?

Matale Railway Station is 148.6 km from Colombo Fort along the Matale Line. The journey involves travelling through Kandy or changing at Pallepola, and typically takes several hours depending on the service.

Is Matale the last stop on the Matale Line?

Yes, Matale is the terminus of the Matale Line. The nearest station back towards Colombo is Ukuwela. There is no rail connection beyond Matale town, so onward travel to places like Dambulla or Sigiriya requires bus or road transport.

How many trains run to Matale per day?

Around 15 trains serve Matale on a typical day. Services cover morning, midday and evening slots, though exact frequency and timing can vary by day of the week. Confirm the current timetable with Sri Lanka Railways or at the station.

What is the phone number for Matale Railway Station?

The station telephone number is 066-2222271. You can call directly to ask about timetables, platform information or general enquiries.

Is it better to take the train or drive from Kandy to Matale?

Both options are practical since Matale is only around 25 km from Kandy. The train is scenic and avoids traffic, while driving gives you flexibility to stop at sights along the way. If time is limited and you have multiple stops planned, a private vehicle is often more efficient.

Can I get a taxi or tuk-tuk from Matale Railway Station?

Yes, tuk-tuks and taxis are generally available outside the station. They can take you to the town centre, spice gardens, Aluviharaya Rock Temple or other local attractions. Agree on a fare before setting off.

What are the main sights near Matale Railway Station?

Aluviharaya Rock Temple, local spice gardens and Sri Muthumariamman Thevasthanam are all within a short distance of the station. The foothills of the Knuckles Mountain Range are also accessible from Matale town by road.

Can I travel from Matale to Sigiriya by train?

There is no direct train service from Matale to Sigiriya. The most practical route is by bus or private vehicle northward via Dambulla, which takes roughly one to two hours depending on traffic.

Matale Railway Station

Matale Railway Station is a station on the Matale Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Matale District, Central Province. It lies 148.6 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the Matale Line: Ukuwela (towards Colombo).

Station telephone: 066-2222271.

terminus.

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

Matale horario de la estación de ferrocarril

15 trenes paran en Matale en un día normal.

Línea Matale · 148.6 km de Colombo Fort · Provincia Central

Teléfono de la estación: 066-2222271

Sale	Hacia	Circula
04:45 am	Kandy · sale desde aquí	Diario
06:06 am	termina aquí · desde Kandy	Diario
06:30 am	Kandy · sale desde aquí	Solo días laborables y domingo
06:40 am	Colombo Fort · sale desde aquí	Solo sábados
08:21 am	termina aquí · desde Kandy	Diario
10:15 am	Kandy · sale desde aquí	Diario
11:43 am	termina aquí · desde Kandy	Diario
01:50 pm	Kandy · sale desde aquí	Diario
01:55 pm	Kandy · sale desde aquí	Diario
03:16 pm	termina aquí · desde Kandy	Diario
03:30 pm	termina aquí · desde Colombo Fort	Solo días laborables
05:10 pm	Kandy · sale desde aquí	Diario
06:49 pm	termina aquí · desde Kandy	Diario
07:00 pm	Kandy · sale desde aquí	Diario
08:22 pm	termina aquí · desde Kandy	Diario

Horario reproducido de los itinerarios publicados por Sri Lanka Railways, última comprobación: 2026-09-14. Los horarios pueden cambiar sin previo aviso — confírmelos con la compañía ferroviaria antes de viajar. Consulta toda la red en la lista de estaciones de ferrocarril de Sri Lanka.

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