Question 1

How far is Talawa Railway Station from Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Talawa Railway Station is 189.9 km from Colombo Fort along the Northern Line of Sri Lanka Railways. The journey by train takes several hours depending on which service you take, as not all trains on the line stop at Talawa.

Question 2

How many trains stop at Talawa Station per day?

Accepted Answer

Approximately five trains call at Talawa on a typical day. Services run in both directions — toward Colombo and toward Vavuniya in the north. Always verify the current timetable with Sri Lanka Railways before travelling, as schedules can change.

Question 3

What are the neighbouring stations to Talawa on the Northern Line?

Accepted Answer

Travelling toward Colombo, the next station is Thambuttegama. Heading north away from Colombo, the next station is Srawasthipura. Both are small stations serving rural communities in Anuradhapura District.

Question 4

What can I visit near Talawa Station in Anuradhapura District?

Accepted Answer

The ancient city of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the most significant attraction in the wider district. Mihintale, regarded as the birthplace of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, is also within the region. Wilpattu National Park is accessible from the Anuradhapura area as well.

Question 5

Is there a contact number for Talawa Railway Station?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the station telephone number is 025-2276781. For timetable queries, Sri Lanka Railways also maintains an official website with up-to-date schedules for the Northern Line.

Question 6

Should I stay in Talawa or Anuradhapura when visiting the area?

Accepted Answer

Most visitors to the region stay in Anuradhapura town, which has a broader range of guesthouses, hotels, and restaurants close to the main heritage sites. Talawa is better suited as a transit stop than a base.

Question 7

Which direction does the Northern Line run from Talawa?

Accepted Answer

The Northern Line runs south from Talawa toward Colombo Fort, passing through Thambuttegama and eventually Kurunegala and Polgahawela. Heading north, the line continues through Srawasthipura toward Vavuniya.

출발	방면	열차	운행
05:25 am	Colombo Fort		매일
10:20 am	Kankesanthurai	Yal Devi	매일
02:22 pm	Mount Lavinia	Yal Devi	매일
05:58 pm	Vavuniya		매일
11:35 pm	Colombo Fort	Night Mail	매일

Talawa Railway Station

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