Question 1

How many trains stop at Eravur Railway Station per day?

Accepted Answer

Around 10 train services call at Eravur on a typical operating day. These include services running toward Batticaloa in the south and toward Valaichchenai, Polonnaruwa, and Colombo Fort in the north and west. Check with Sri Lanka Railways for the current timetable, as schedules can change.

Question 2

What line is Eravur Railway Station on?

Accepted Answer

Eravur Station is on the Batticaloa Line of Sri Lanka Railways. This line runs from Maho Junction in the North Central Province eastward to Batticaloa, passing through Polonnaruwa and Valaichchenai along the way.

Question 3

How far is Eravur Station from Batticaloa?

Accepted Answer

Eravur is approximately 10 kilometres north of Batticaloa town. By train on local services, the journey takes only a short time, and three-wheelers or buses can also cover the distance quickly.

Question 4

What is the telephone number for Eravur Railway Station?

Accepted Answer

The station telephone number for Eravur Railway Station is 065-2240514. You can call this number to enquire about local train timings or operational updates.

Question 5

How long does the train journey from Colombo to Eravur take?

Accepted Answer

Travelling from Colombo Fort to the Eravur area on the Batticaloa Line typically takes between seven and nine hours, depending on the service. Most long-distance trains terminate at Batticaloa, so passengers should alight at Eravur along the route.

Question 6

Is the Batticaloa Line running and safe to travel?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Batticaloa Line is operational and has been restored following damage during the conflict period. Train travel on this route is considered safe, and services run regularly. Conditions can occasionally be affected by seasonal flooding, particularly during the northeast monsoon between October and January.

Question 7

What is there to do near Eravur in the Eastern Province?

Accepted Answer

Near Eravur you can explore the local coastline, visit the Batticaloa Lagoon area — known for its Singing Fish phenomenon — and see the Dutch-era Batticaloa Fort a short distance south. The region's markets, fishing communities, and wetlands make it an interesting destination for travellers who prefer off-the-beaten-track Sri Lanka.

प्रस्थान	दिशा	ट्रेन	चलती है
01:46 am	Colombo Fort	Pulathisi	प्रतिदिन
03:35 am	Batticaloa	Night Mail	प्रतिदिन
06:38 am	Batticaloa		प्रतिदिन
06:39 am	Colombo Fort	Udaya Devi	प्रतिदिन
11:20 am	Maho		प्रतिदिन
12:40 pm	Batticaloa		प्रतिदिन
02:26 pm	Batticaloa	Udaya Devi	प्रतिदिन
05:30 pm	Galoya Junction		प्रतिदिन
08:35 pm	Colombo Fort	Night Mail	प्रतिदिन
09:37 pm	Batticaloa	Pulathisi	प्रतिदिन

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