How far is Kosgoda Station from Colombo Fort?

Kosgoda Station is approximately 71.1 km from Colombo Fort along Sri Lanka's Coast Line. On a stopping train the journey typically takes between 1.5 and 2 hours, depending on the number of intermediate halts and any delays.

How many trains stop at Kosgoda per day?

Around 26 trains call at Kosgoda on a typical day, covering both northbound and southbound services. Not every train that travels the Coast Line halts here, so checking the current Sri Lanka Railways timetable before travel is advisable.

Which stations are next to Kosgoda on the Coast Line?

The station immediately north of Kosgoda (toward Colombo) is Maha Induruwa, and the station immediately south (toward Galle) is Piyagama. You can reach Galle in roughly 30 to 45 minutes from Kosgoda by stopping train.

Is there a turtle hatchery near Kosgoda Railway Station?

Yes. Kosgoda is well known for sea turtle conservation, and several hatcheries operate along the beach a short distance from the station. The Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project is one of the oldest on the island and is open to day visitors.

What is the best time of year to travel to Kosgoda by train?

The southwest coast is driest and calmest from December through April, which also coincides with peak turtle nesting activity. Rail services run year-round, but beach and water-based activities are more enjoyable during these drier months.

Can I do a Madu River safari from Kosgoda?

Yes. The Madu River estuary is located a short distance north of Kosgoda and is easily reachable by tuk-tuk from the station. Boat safaris wind through mangrove islands, a cinnamon processing island, and a rock temple that can only be reached by water.

Is it better to take the train or a private transfer to Kosgoda?

The train is scenic and inexpensive, and works well for independent travellers with light luggage. A private transfer is more convenient for families, travellers arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport, or anyone staying at a resort that is not within easy walking distance of the station.

Kosgoda Railway Station

Kosgoda Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 71.1 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

26 trains call at Kosgoda 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: Maha Induruwa (towards Colombo) and Piyagama.

Station telephone: 091-2264071.

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

Kosgoda鉄道駅時刻表

通常、Kosgodaには1日26本の列車が停車します。

海岸線 · Colombo Fortから71.1キロメートル · 南部州

駅電話番号： 091-2264071

発車	方面	列車	運行日
04:30 am	Maradana	Night Mail	平日のみ
05:30 am	Maradana		毎日
05:32 am	Aluthgama		毎日
05:39 am	Maradana		土曜日・日曜日のみ
05:54 am	Maradana		平日のみ
06:17 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	平日・土曜日のみ
06:17 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	日曜日のみ
06:18 am	Galle		毎日
06:52 am	Maradana		土曜日のみ
06:52 am	Mount Lavinia		毎日
07:40 am	Beliaththa		土曜日・日曜日のみ
07:44 am	Maradana	Ruhunu Kumari	毎日
10:27 am	Colombo Fort		平日・土曜日のみ
01:36 pm	Galle		毎日
03:12 pm	Aluthgama		毎日
04:02 pm	Beliaththa		毎日
04:58 pm	Matara	Ruhunu Kumari	毎日
06:19 pm	Hikkaduwa		日曜日のみ
06:35 pm	Hikkaduwa
06:36 pm	Aluthgama		毎日
06:49 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	土曜日・日曜日のみ
06:57 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	平日のみ
07:42 pm	Galle		平日・日曜日のみ
07:50 pm	Galle		土曜日のみ
08:06 pm	Galle		毎日
09:41 pm	Galle	Night Mail	毎日

時刻表はスリランカ鉄道の公式ダイヤを転載しています、最終確認：2026-09-14。時刻は予告なく変更される場合があります。ご乗車前に鉄道会社へご確認ください。ネットワーク全体はスリランカ鉄道駅一覧でご覧いただけます。

Nearby places

8 places within about 25 km, nearest first.

Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Projectunder 1 km
Induruwa Beach2 km
Induruwa City2 km
Kosgoda City2 km
Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery2 km
Lunuganga Estate2 km
Ahungalle Railway Station2 km
Maha Induruwa Railway Station3 km

Kosgoda Railway Station

Kosgoda鉄道駅時刻表

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