How far is Padukka Railway Station from Colombo Fort?

Padukka Railway Station is 37.2 km from Colombo Fort along the Kelani Valley (KV) Line. By train the journey typically takes between 60 and 90 minutes depending on the service.

What line stops at Padukka station?

Padukka is served by the Kelani Valley (KV) Line, Sri Lanka Railways' narrow-gauge route running southeast from Colombo Fort. It is not connected to the main broad-gauge network.

How many trains run to Padukka per day?

Around 13 train services call at Padukka on a typical day. The exact number varies by day of the week and may be reduced on public holidays. Check the current timetable at Colombo Fort station or with Sri Lanka Railways directly.

What stations are on either side of Padukka on the KV Line?

The station towards Colombo is Wataraka, and Angampitiya lies on the other side of Padukka. The KV Line runs from Colombo Fort through numerous stations before reaching this end of the route.

Is there anything to do near Padukka other than train travel?

The Padukka area has several eco-lodges, agro-farms, and the forested Kithul Kanda hill for short hikes and nature walks. It works well as a quiet rural retreat within easy reach of Colombo.

Can I get a transfer from Colombo Airport to Padukka?

Yes, private transfers between Bandaranaike International Airport and properties in the Padukka area are readily available. This is often the most practical option for visitors carrying luggage or arriving late at night when train services are limited.

What is the station phone number for Padukka?

The station telephone number for Padukka Railway Station is 011-2859026. You can call to verify current timetables or make general enquiries.

Is the Kelani Valley Line a narrow-gauge railway?

Yes, the KV Line is one of Sri Lanka's narrow-gauge routes and operates with separate rolling stock from the main broad-gauge network. It departs from a dedicated area at Colombo Fort station and is particularly popular with rail enthusiasts for its scenic route through the Western Province interior.

Padukka Railway Station

Padukka Railway Station is a station on the KV Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Colombo District, Western Province. It lies 37.2 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the KV Line: Wataraka (towards Colombo) and Angampitiya.

Station telephone: 011-2859026.

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

Padukka — horaires de la gare

13 trains desservent Padukka en moyenne par jour.

Ligne KV · 37.2 km de Colombo Fort · Province de l'Ouest

Téléphone de la gare : 011-2859026

Départ	Direction	Circule
08:59 am	Kosgama	Tous les jours
02:31 pm	Kosgama	Tous les jours
03:28 pm	terminus ici · depuis Colombo Fort	Jours ouvrables et samedi uniquement
05:51 pm	Avissawella	Jours ouvrables et dimanche uniquement
06:03 pm	Avissawella	Samedi uniquement
06:18 pm	Avissawella	Jours ouvrables et dimanche uniquement
06:44 pm	Kosgama	Jours ouvrables et dimanche uniquement
07:08 pm	Avissawella	Tous les jours
07:27 pm	terminus ici · depuis Colombo Fort	Jours ouvrables uniquement
08:08 pm	Kosgama	Tous les jours
08:47 pm	terminus ici · depuis Avissawella	Jours ouvrables et dimanche uniquement
08:52 pm	terminus ici · depuis Colombo Fort	Jours ouvrables uniquement
09:38 pm	Avissawella	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.

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Padukka Railway Station

Padukka — horaires de la gare

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