Which trains stop at Ahungalle Railway Station?

Both intercity express services and slower stopping trains on the Colombo Fort–Matara Coast Line can call at Ahungalle, though not all expresses stop here. Ahungalle is treated as a request halt on some services, so passengers should inform the guard or check the current Sri Lanka Railways timetable before travelling.

How far is Ahungalle from Colombo by train?

Ahungalle is 74 km from Colombo Fort along the Coast Line. Journey time is roughly 1.5 to 2 hours depending on whether you are on an express or a stopping service.

What is near Ahungalle Railway Station?

The station is close to the Madu Ganga wetlands, which are popular for boat safaris through mangrove channels. Kosgoda's sea turtle conservation project and Hikkaduwa's reef are also within a short distance north or south along the coast.

Is Ahungalle a good base for exploring the southern coast?

It can be, particularly for travellers who prefer quieter surroundings. The area around Ahungalle and nearby Balapitiya offers small guesthouses and direct access to the Madu Ganga estuary, while Galle Fort and Hikkaduwa are both reachable by train or tuk-tuk in under an hour.

How do I travel from Ahungalle to Galle?

The simplest option is to board a southbound train from Ahungalle toward Patagamgoda and then Galle — the journey typically takes around 20–30 minutes on a stopping service. Tuk-tuks are also available for shorter hops, and buses run along the coastal A2 highway.

Can I do a Madu River boat safari from Ahungalle Station?

Yes. The Madu Ganga river mouth is within a short tuk-tuk ride of the station. Boat safaris depart from landings near Balapitiya and pass through a Ramsar-listed mangrove wetland, visiting fish farms, spice islands, and bird habitats.

What is the Coast Line train journey like between Colombo and Galle?

The Coast Line is considered one of the most scenic rail routes in Sri Lanka. For much of the journey the track runs directly alongside the Indian Ocean, offering close sea views from the carriage windows. Ahungalle is part of this coastal stretch, making the train a worthwhile experience in itself rather than just a means of transport.

Ahungalle Railway Station

Ahungalle Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 74.0 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

25 trains call at Ahungalle 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: Piyagama (towards Colombo) and Patagamgoda.

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

Ahungalle spoorwegstation dienstregeling

25 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Ahungalle.

Kustlijn · 74.0 km van Colombo Fort · Zuidelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Trein	Rijdt
04:25 am	Maradana	Night Mail	Alleen op werkdagen
05:24 am	Maradana		Dagelijks
05:26 am	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
05:35 am	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
05:50 am	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
06:11 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
06:11 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Alleen op zondag
06:24 am	Galle		Dagelijks
06:36 am	Maradana	Sagarika	Alleen op werkdagen
06:46 am	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag
06:46 am	Mount Lavinia		Dagelijks
08:07 am	Maradana	Galu Kumari	Dagelijks
10:21 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
01:43 pm	Galle		Dagelijks
03:06 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
04:02 pm	Beliaththa	Galu Kumari	Dagelijks
06:22 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
06:23 pm	Hikkaduwa		Alleen op zondag
06:39 pm	Hikkaduwa
06:53 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
07:03 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	Alleen op werkdagen
07:46 pm	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen en zondag
07:54 pm	Galle		Alleen op zaterdag
08:13 pm	Galle		Dagelijks
09:49 pm	Galle	Night Mail	Dagelijks

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Plaatsen in de buurt

14 plaatsen binnen ongeveer 25 km, dichtstbijzijnde eerst.

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Induruwa City1 km
Kosgoda City1 km
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Lunuganga Estate1 km
Kosgoda Railway Station2 km
Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project2 km
Maha Induruwa Railway Station3 km
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Ahungalla Beach4 km
Stad Ahungalla4 km
Andadola Railway Station4 km
Madhuwa Bridge4 km
Madu Ganga4 km

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Ahungalle spoorwegstation dienstregeling

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