Where is Uggalla Railway Station located?

Uggalla Railway Station is located in the Kegalle District of Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka. It sits at kilometre post 40.8 along the Kelani Valley (KV) Line, between Angampitiya Station (towards Colombo) and Pinnawala Station.

How many trains stop at Uggalla Station per day?

Approximately 14 train services call at Uggalla on a typical operating day, covering both directions on the KV Line. Services are most frequent during morning and late-afternoon commuter hours. Always verify the current timetable with Sri Lanka Railways before travelling.

How long does the train from Colombo Fort to Uggalla take?

The journey from Colombo Fort to Uggalla on the KV Line covers around 40.8 km and typically takes between 90 minutes and two hours. Travel time varies by service type and the number of intermediate stops.

Is Uggalla Station close to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage?

Yes. Pinnawala Station, which is the next stop east of Uggalla, is the main alighting point for the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Uggalla is one stop away and can also serve as an access point if combined with local transport.

What type of trains run on the Kelani Valley Line?

The KV Line is a narrow-gauge (762 mm) railway operated by Sri Lanka Railways. Services are predominantly commuter and intercity trains, largely third-class, running between Colombo Fort and stations in the Kegalle and Sabaragamuwa area. The line does not currently operate scenic or observation-class carriages.

Can I buy a train ticket at Uggalla Station?

Uggalla is generally an unmanned halt, so tickets are typically purchased on board from the guard or at the originating station (such as Colombo Fort). It is advisable to have small change available when boarding at smaller halts along the KV Line.

Is the KV Line worth taking for tourists visiting Sri Lanka?

The Kelani Valley Line offers an authentic, low-key rail experience through the mid-country that is far less crowded than the famous Hill Country main line. It suits travellers who want to see everyday Sri Lankan life from a train window rather than a tourist-focused scenic route.

Uggalla Railway Station

Uggalla Railway Station is a station on the KV Line of Sri Lanka Railways. It lies 40.8 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

14 trains call at Uggalla 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: Angampitiya (towards Colombo) and Pinnawala.

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

Uggalla — horaires de la gare

14 trains desservent Uggalla en moyenne par jour.

Ligne KV · 40.8 km de Colombo Fort

Départ	Direction	Circule
04:54 am	Colombo Fort	Tous les jours
05:35 am	Colombo Fort	Tous les jours
07:20 am	Colombo Fort	Tous les jours
09:09 am	Kosgama	Tous les jours
10:13 am	Maharagama	Tous les jours
01:35 pm	Colombo Fort	Tous les jours
02:41 pm	Kosgama	Tous les jours
04:11 pm	Homagama	Tous les jours
06:01 pm	Avissawella	Jours ouvrables et dimanche uniquement
06:13 pm	Avissawella	Samedi uniquement
06:26 pm	Avissawella	Jours ouvrables et dimanche uniquement
07:18 pm	Avissawella	Tous les jours
08:18 pm	Kosgama	Tous les jours
09:48 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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