How far is Kosgoda Station from Colombo Fort?

Kosgoda Station is approximately 71.1 km from Colombo Fort along Sri Lanka's Coast Line. On a stopping train the journey typically takes between 1.5 and 2 hours, depending on the number of intermediate halts and any delays.

How many trains stop at Kosgoda per day?

Around 26 trains call at Kosgoda on a typical day, covering both northbound and southbound services. Not every train that travels the Coast Line halts here, so checking the current Sri Lanka Railways timetable before travel is advisable.

Which stations are next to Kosgoda on the Coast Line?

The station immediately north of Kosgoda (toward Colombo) is Maha Induruwa, and the station immediately south (toward Galle) is Piyagama. You can reach Galle in roughly 30 to 45 minutes from Kosgoda by stopping train.

Is there a turtle hatchery near Kosgoda Railway Station?

Yes. Kosgoda is well known for sea turtle conservation, and several hatcheries operate along the beach a short distance from the station. The Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project is one of the oldest on the island and is open to day visitors.

What is the best time of year to travel to Kosgoda by train?

The southwest coast is driest and calmest from December through April, which also coincides with peak turtle nesting activity. Rail services run year-round, but beach and water-based activities are more enjoyable during these drier months.

Can I do a Madu River safari from Kosgoda?

Yes. The Madu River estuary is located a short distance north of Kosgoda and is easily reachable by tuk-tuk from the station. Boat safaris wind through mangrove islands, a cinnamon processing island, and a rock temple that can only be reached by water.

Is it better to take the train or a private transfer to Kosgoda?

The train is scenic and inexpensive, and works well for independent travellers with light luggage. A private transfer is more convenient for families, travellers arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport, or anyone staying at a resort that is not within easy walking distance of the station.

Kosgoda Railway Station

Kosgoda Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 71.1 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the Coast Line: Maha Induruwa (towards Colombo) and Piyagama.

Station telephone: 091-2264071.

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

Kosgoda — horaires de la gare

26 trains desservent Kosgoda en moyenne par jour.

Ligne Côtière · 71.1 km de Colombo Fort · Province du Sud

Téléphone de la gare : 091-2264071

Départ	Direction	Train	Circule
04:30 am	Maradana	Night Mail	Jours ouvrables uniquement
05:30 am	Maradana		Tous les jours
05:32 am	Aluthgama		Tous les jours
05:39 am	Maradana		Samedi et dimanche uniquement
05:54 am	Maradana		Jours ouvrables uniquement
06:17 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Jours ouvrables et samedi uniquement
06:17 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Dimanche uniquement
06:18 am	Galle		Tous les jours
06:52 am	Maradana		Samedi uniquement
06:52 am	Mount Lavinia		Tous les jours
07:40 am	Beliaththa		Samedi et dimanche uniquement
07:44 am	Maradana	Ruhunu Kumari	Tous les jours
10:27 am	Colombo Fort		Jours ouvrables et samedi uniquement
01:36 pm	Galle		Tous les jours
03:12 pm	Aluthgama		Tous les jours
04:02 pm	Beliaththa		Tous les jours
04:58 pm	Matara	Ruhunu Kumari	Tous les jours
06:19 pm	Hikkaduwa		Dimanche uniquement
06:35 pm	Hikkaduwa
06:36 pm	Aluthgama		Tous les jours
06:49 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	Samedi et dimanche uniquement
06:57 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	Jours ouvrables uniquement
07:42 pm	Galle		Jours ouvrables et dimanche uniquement
07:50 pm	Galle		Samedi uniquement
08:06 pm	Galle		Tous les jours
09:41 pm	Galle	Night Mail	Tous les jours

Horaires reproduits depuis les fiches officielles de Sri Lanka Railways, dernière vérification le 2026-09-14. Les horaires peuvent changer sans préavis — veuillez confirmer auprès de la gare avant de voyager. Découvrez l'ensemble du réseau sur le liste des gares ferroviaires du Sri Lanka.

Nearby places

8 places within about 25 km, nearest first.

Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Projectunder 1 km
Induruwa Beach2 km
Induruwa City2 km
Kosgoda City2 km
Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery2 km
Lunuganga Estate2 km
Ahungalle Railway Station2 km
Maha Induruwa Railway Station3 km

Kosgoda Railway Station

Kosgoda — horaires de la gare

Nearby places

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