How far is Bentota Railway Station from Colombo?

Bentota Railway Station is 61 kilometres from Colombo Fort along the Coast Line. By train, the journey typically takes between one and a half to two hours depending on the service, ranging from faster intercity expresses to slower stopping trains.

How many trains run to Bentota per day?

Around 23 train services call at Bentota on a typical day. Services span intercity expresses, semi-fast trains, and stopping services running between Colombo Fort and southern stations including Matara. Not all trains on the line stop at Bentota, so checking the timetable before travel is recommended.

Which stations are next to Bentota on the railway line?

Aluthgama is the next station towards Colombo, and Induruwa is the next station towards Matara. Both are only a few minutes apart by train and also serve the resort coastline of the Galle District.

How do I get from Bentota Station to Bentota Beach?

Most beach hotels sit across the Bentota River or along the coast road, roughly ten to fifteen minutes from the station by tuk-tuk or taxi. Drivers typically wait at the forecourt when trains arrive. Some larger resorts offer pick-up services on request — it is worth confirming with your accommodation in advance.

Can I book reserved seats on trains to Bentota?

Yes. First-class reserved seats are available on select intercity express services on the Coast Line. These can be booked at Colombo Fort station or through authorised agents. Booking at least a day ahead is advised, particularly around public holidays and long weekends when demand is high.

What is the station telephone number for Bentota?

The station telephone number is 034-2275271. This can be used for local timetable enquiries, lost property, or general station information.

Is the train from Colombo to Bentota scenic?

The Coast Line between Colombo and Galle is widely regarded as one of Sri Lanka's most scenic rail routes. The track runs close to the shoreline for much of the journey, with views of the Indian Ocean, lagoons, fishing villages, and coconut groves. Sitting on the left side of the carriage when heading south gives the best sea views.

What activities can I do near Bentota Railway Station?

Bentota is a popular resort area with beach activities, water sports, river safaris on the Madu Ganga, turtle conservation visits near Kosgoda, and day trips to Galle's Dutch fort. It also makes a good base for exploring the southern coast by train, with Galle and Hikkaduwa reachable in under an hour.

Bentota Railway Station

Bentota Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 61.0 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

23 trains call at Bentota 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: Aluthgama (towards Colombo) and Induruwa.

Station telephone: 034-2275271.

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

Bentota रेलवे स्टेशन समय-सारणी

एक सामान्य दिन पर 23 ट्रेनें Bentota पर रुकती हैं।

तटीय लाइन · Colombo Fort से 61.0 किमी · दक्षिणी प्रांत

स्टेशन दूरभाष: 034-2275271

प्रस्थान	दिशा	ट्रेन	चलती है
04:44 am	Maradana	Night Mail	केवल सप्ताह के दिन
05:44 am	Maradana		प्रतिदिन
05:46 am	Aluthgama		प्रतिदिन
05:54 am	Galle		प्रतिदिन
06:31 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	केवल रविवार
06:31 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	केवल सप्ताह के दिन और शनिवार
07:06 am	Mount Lavinia		प्रतिदिन
08:20 am	Maradana	Galu Kumari	प्रतिदिन
08:23 am	Beliaththa		प्रतिदिन
09:57 am	Matara		प्रतिदिन
10:43 am	Colombo Fort		केवल सप्ताह के दिन और शनिवार
01:19 pm	Galle		प्रतिदिन
02:43 pm	Maradana		केवल रविवार
03:25 pm	Aluthgama		प्रतिदिन
03:39 pm	Colombo Fort		प्रतिदिन
03:49 pm	Beliaththa	Galu Kumari	प्रतिदिन
04:40 pm	Maradana		प्रतिदिन
06:43 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	केवल सप्ताह के दिन
06:55 pm	Aluthgama		प्रतिदिन
07:28 pm	Galle		केवल सप्ताह के दिन और रविवार
07:36 pm	Galle		केवल शनिवार
07:53 pm	Galle		प्रतिदिन
09:24 pm	Galle	Night Mail	प्रतिदिन

समय-सारणी श्रीलंका रेलवे के प्रकाशित कार्यक्रमों से ली गई है, अंतिम जाँच 2026-09-14. समय बिना सूचना के बदल सकते हैं — यात्रा से पहले रेलवे से पुष्टि करें। पूरा नेटवर्क श्रीलंका रेलवे स्टेशन सूची पर देखें।

Nearby places

10 places within about 25 km, nearest first.

Bentota Turtle Hatcheryunder 1 km
Bentota Beachunder 1 km
Galapatha Raja Maha Viharayaunder 1 km
बेंटोटा शहरunder 1 km
Paramotoringunder 1 km
Bentota Riverunder 1 km
Gamini National School Grounds (VCCN)under 1 km
Bentota River Airportunder 1 km
Bentara River2 km
The Brief Garden, Bentota2 km

Bentota Railway Station

Bentota रेलवे स्टेशन समय-सारणी

Nearby places

Related reading

Lakpura के साथ यह अनुभव बुक करें

Water Sports from Bentota City

Rural Tour from Bentota (2 Days)

Baby Turtle Release from Bentota City