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 raudteejaam sõiduplaanid

Tüüpilisel päeval peatub Ja-ela jaamas 44 rongi.

Puttalam liin · 22.2 km Colombo Fortist · Lääne-provints

Jaama telefon: 011-2236409

Väljub	Suund	Rong	Sõidab
04:46 am	Nooranagar		Iga päev
05:41 am	Maradana		Iga päev
05:46 am	Negombo		Ainult tööpäevadel ja laupäeval
06:20 am	Colombo Fort		Ainult laupäeval
06:20 am	Maradana		Ainult tööpäevadel
06:21 am	Chilaw		Iga päev
06:51 am	Panadura	Muthu Kumari	Ainult tööpäevadel
07:25 am	Colombo Fort		Ainult tööpäevadel ja laupäeval
07:50 am	Maradana		Ainult pühapäeval
07:51 am	Negombo		Ainult tööpäevadel
08:11 am	Colombo Fort		Iga päev
08:42 am	Negombo		Ainult tööpäevadel
08:44 am	Puttalam		Iga päev
10:05 am	Colombo Fort		Ainult tööpäevadel
10:21 am	Chilaw		Iga päev
11:01 am	Colombo Fort		Iga päev
12:41 pm	Nooranagar		Ainult tööpäevadel
01:17 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult laupäeval ja pühapäeval
01:38 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult tööpäevadel
01:56 pm	Madampe		Iga päev
02:35 pm	Colombo Fort		Iga päev
03:12 pm	Chilaw		Iga päev
04:26 pm	Chilaw		Ainult laupäeval ja pühapäeval
05:11 pm	Chilaw		Ainult pühapäeval
05:23 pm	Chilaw		Ainult tööpäevadel
05:33 pm	Negombo		Iga päev
05:36 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult tööpäevadel
05:43 pm	Colombo Fort		Iga päev
05:56 pm	Puttalam		Ainult tööpäevadel
05:57 pm	Puttalam		Ainult laupäeval
06:03 pm	Puttalam		Ainult pühapäeval
06:16 pm	Negombo		Ainult tööpäevadel ja laupäeval
06:49 pm	Chilaw		Ainult tööpäevadel
06:51 pm	Chilaw		Ainult laupäeval ja pühapäeval
07:10 pm	Colombo Fort		Iga päev
07:23 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult pühapäeval
07:26 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult laupäeval
07:26 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult tööpäevadel
07:50 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult tööpäevadel ja laupäeval
07:51 pm	Chilaw		Ainult tööpäevadel
08:45 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult tööpäevadel
08:57 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult laupäeval
08:57 pm	Colombo Fort		Ainult pühapäeval
09:06 pm	Chilaw		Iga päev

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