How many trains stop at Punkankulam Railway Station per day?

Around seven trains typically call at Punkankulam on a normal operating day. Services run in both directions — toward Jaffna in the north and toward Vavuniya and Colombo in the south. Not all services run every day, so checking the current Sri Lanka Railways timetable before travel is recommended.

Is Punkankulam station on the Colombo to Jaffna train line?

Yes, Punkankulam is an intermediate stop on the Northern Railway main line that connects Colombo Fort with Kankesanthurai (KKS) via Jaffna. However, fast intercity expresses may not stop at Punkankulam — slower stopping services are the ones that call here.

Which district is Punkankulam Railway Station in?

Punkankulam Railway Station is located in Jaffna District, within the Northern Province of Sri Lanka. It lies along the rail corridor running through the Jaffna peninsula toward the island's northern tip.

When did the Northern Railway line through Jaffna reopen?

The Northern Railway was progressively reopened between 2009 and 2014 after years of disruption during Sri Lanka's civil conflict. The reconstruction was largely funded by the Indian government and restored rail connectivity to communities across the Northern Province, including stations along the Jaffna corridor.

How long does the train journey from Colombo to Jaffna take?

The intercity express service between Colombo Fort and Jaffna typically takes around six to seven hours, covering roughly 400 km. Journey times can vary depending on the specific service and any unscheduled stops.

Do I need to book a seat in advance for trains to Jaffna?

Seat reservations are strongly recommended, especially for the Colombo–Jaffna Intercity Express and during public holidays or school vacation periods when demand is high. Reservations can be made through Sri Lanka Railways offices or authorised agents.

What is there to see near Punkankulam in Jaffna District?

The Jaffna peninsula offers a range of attractions including the Dutch-era Jaffna Fort, the pilgrimage island of Nainativu, Casuarina Beach, and the rebuilt Jaffna Public Library. The area is also known for its Hindu temples, distinctive Tamil cuisine, and palmyrah craft traditions.

Punkankulam Railway Station

Punkankulam Railway Station is a station in the Jaffna District, Northern Province.

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

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

Punkankulam horario de la estación de ferrocarril

7 trenes paran en Punkankulam en un día normal.

Provincia del Norte

Sale	Hacia	Tren	Circula
04:36 am	Kankesanthurai	Mail	Diario
09:49 am	Mount Lavinia	Yal Devi	Diario
10:16 am	Jaffna		Solo domingos
11:16 am	Kankesanthurai		Diario
02:26 pm	Kankesanthurai	Yal Devi	Diario
06:16 pm	Kankesanthurai	Yal Rani	Diario
06:49 pm	Colombo Fort	Night Mail	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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