How far is Ja-ela Railway Station from Colombo Fort?

Ja-ela Station is 22.2 km from Colombo Fort along the Puttalam Line. By train, the journey typically takes around 30 to 40 minutes depending on the service. It falls within the suburban commuter zone of the Sri Lanka Railways network.

What are the neighbouring stations to Ja-ela on the Puttalam Line?

The station immediately towards Colombo is Kapuwatte, and the next station in the direction of Negombo and Puttalam is Tudella. Both are short stops along this busy coastal corridor.

How many trains stop at Ja-ela Station per day?

Around 44 trains typically call at Ja-ela on a standard operating day. Services run from early morning to late evening covering both directions — towards Colombo Fort and towards Negombo and Puttalam.

Is Ja-ela Station close to Bandaranaike International Airport?

Yes, Bandaranaike International Airport at Katunayake is roughly 15 km north of Ja-ela, making the town a convenient overnight stop for travellers with early flights. Taxis and ride-hailing services connect the station to the airport in around 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic.

Can I travel from Ja-ela to Negombo by train?

Yes, Negombo is a short journey north of Ja-ela on the Puttalam Line. Multiple trains run this route throughout the day, making it easy to reach Negombo's beaches and seafood market without needing road transport.

What is the station telephone number for Ja-ela Railway Station?

The station contact number is 011-2236409. You can call for timetable queries, lost property, or general station information.

What facilities are available at Ja-ela Railway Station?

Ja-ela is a staffed station with basic passenger facilities typical of suburban stations on the Puttalam Line. Ticketing services are available at the counter. For specific amenity queries, it is best to contact the station directly before your visit.

Is there accommodation near Ja-ela Railway Station?

Several guesthouses and small hotels operate in and around Ja-ela town, catering mainly to business travellers and transit guests. Hotel Stargazer is one option in Ja Ela for travellers needing a convenient overnight stay in the area.

Ja-ela Railway Station

Ja-ela Railway Station is a station on the Puttalam Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Gampaha District, Western Province. It lies 22.2 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the Puttalam Line: Kapuwatte (towards Colombo) and Tudella.

Station telephone: 011-2236409.

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

Ja-ela orario ferroviario

44 treni fermano a Ja-ela in un giorno tipico.

Linea di Puttalam · 22.2 km da Colombo Fort · Provincia Occidentale

Telefono della stazione: 011-2236409

Partenza	Verso	Treno	Effettua servizio
04:46 am	Nooranagar		Tutti i giorni
05:41 am	Maradana		Tutti i giorni
05:46 am	Negombo		Solo giorni feriali e sabato
06:20 am	Colombo Fort		Solo sabato
06:20 am	Maradana		Solo giorni feriali
06:21 am	Chilaw		Tutti i giorni
06:51 am	Panadura	Muthu Kumari	Solo giorni feriali
07:25 am	Colombo Fort		Solo giorni feriali e sabato
07:50 am	Maradana		Solo domenica
07:51 am	Negombo		Solo giorni feriali
08:11 am	Colombo Fort		Tutti i giorni
08:42 am	Negombo		Solo giorni feriali
08:44 am	Puttalam		Tutti i giorni
10:05 am	Colombo Fort		Solo giorni feriali
10:21 am	Chilaw		Tutti i giorni
11:01 am	Colombo Fort		Tutti i giorni
12:41 pm	Nooranagar		Solo giorni feriali
01:17 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo sabato e domenica
01:38 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo giorni feriali
01:56 pm	Madampe		Tutti i giorni
02:35 pm	Colombo Fort		Tutti i giorni
03:12 pm	Chilaw		Tutti i giorni
04:26 pm	Chilaw		Solo sabato e domenica
05:11 pm	Chilaw		Solo domenica
05:23 pm	Chilaw		Solo giorni feriali
05:33 pm	Negombo		Tutti i giorni
05:36 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo giorni feriali
05:43 pm	Colombo Fort		Tutti i giorni
05:56 pm	Puttalam		Solo giorni feriali
05:57 pm	Puttalam		Solo sabato
06:03 pm	Puttalam		Solo domenica
06:16 pm	Negombo		Solo giorni feriali e sabato
06:49 pm	Chilaw		Solo giorni feriali
06:51 pm	Chilaw		Solo sabato e domenica
07:10 pm	Colombo Fort		Tutti i giorni
07:23 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo domenica
07:26 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo sabato
07:26 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo giorni feriali
07:50 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo giorni feriali e sabato
07:51 pm	Chilaw		Solo giorni feriali
08:45 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo giorni feriali
08:57 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo sabato
08:57 pm	Colombo Fort		Solo domenica
09:06 pm	Chilaw		Tutti i giorni

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