How far is Habaraduwa Station from Galle?

Habaraduwa is located just north of Koggala and a short distance from Galle city. By train, Galle Station is one of the nearest major stops on the Coast Line. By road, the journey between Habaraduwa and Galle Fort typically takes around 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic.

How long does the train from Colombo Fort to Habaraduwa take?

On a stopping service, the journey from Colombo Fort to Habaraduwa is typically around three to three-and-a-half hours. Express trains that halt at the station are faster, but not all express services stop here, so it is worth confirming the timetable before you travel.

Do I need to book a train ticket in advance for Habaraduwa?

Third class tickets do not require advance booking and can be purchased at the station on the day. For first and second class reserved seats on intercity services, advance booking at Colombo Fort or through Sri Lanka Railways online is advisable, especially during peak holiday periods.

Are there tuk-tuks or taxis at Habaraduwa Station?

Three-wheelers (tuk-tuks) are generally available outside the station when trains arrive. Most nearby villas and guesthouses can also arrange a pickup if you contact them ahead of time. There is no formal taxi rank, but local drivers are accustomed to meeting trains.

Which stations are on either side of Habaraduwa on the Coast Line?

Thalpe Station lies immediately to the north of Habaraduwa in the direction of Colombo, and Koggala Station lies to the south in the direction of Matara. Both are small halts serving coastal communities.

What is there to do near Habaraduwa for a day visitor arriving by train?

Day visitors can spend time at the beach, explore Galle Fort by tuk-tuk, visit Koggala Lake by continuing one stop south, or join a sea turtle conservation programme if timing allows. The area is quiet and well-suited to slow travel rather than a packed itinerary.

Is the train journey from Colombo to Habaraduwa scenic?

Yes — the southern stretch of the Coast Line is widely regarded as one of the most scenic rail journeys in Sri Lanka. The tracks run close to the ocean for long sections, passing lagoons, fishing villages, and coconut groves. The best views are typically on the seaward side of the train.

Habaraduwa Railway Station

Habaraduwa Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 127.4 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

18 trains call at Habaraduwa 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: Thalpe (towards Colombo) and Koggala.

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

Habaraduwa spoorwegstation dienstregeling

18 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Habaraduwa.

Kustlijn · 127.4 km van Colombo Fort · Zuidelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Trein	Rijdt
05:24 am	Maradana	Sagarika	Alleen op werkdagen
05:34 am	Matara		Alleen op werkdagen
05:51 am	Matara		Alleen op zaterdag
06:39 am	Maradana	Ruhunu Kumari	Dagelijks
07:00 am	Maradana	Galu Kumari	Dagelijks
07:24 am	Matara		Alleen op werkdagen
07:50 am	Galle		Dagelijks
10:01 am	Beliaththa		Dagelijks
11:11 am	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen
02:35 pm	Matara		Alleen op werkdagen
02:52 pm	Maradana		Dagelijks
05:03 pm	Beliaththa	Galu Kumari	Dagelijks
05:26 pm	Beliaththa		Dagelijks
05:59 pm	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen
06:53 pm	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
07:10 pm	Beliaththa	Sagarika	Alleen op werkdagen
08:39 pm	Galle		Dagelijks
09:11 pm	Beliaththa		Alleen op werkdagen

Dienstregeling overgenomen uit gepubliceerde schema's van Sri Lanka Railways, voor het laatst gecontroleerd op 2026-09-21. Tijden kunnen zonder voorafgaande kennisgeving wijzigen — bevestig bij de spoorwegen vóór vertrek. Bekijk het volledige netwerk op de Sri Lanka spoorwegstationslijst.

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Unawatuna City4 km
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Habaraduwa spoorwegstation dienstregeling

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