How far is Kalutara North Railway Station from Colombo?

Kalutara North is 39.9 km from Colombo Fort along the Coast Line. Express trains cover this distance in roughly 55 to 70 minutes, while stopping services take up to 90 minutes.

How many trains run from Colombo to Kalutara North per day?

Around 50 services call at Kalutara North on a typical day in both directions. Frequency is higher during morning and evening peak hours. Timetables can vary on public holidays.

What is the telephone number for Kalutara North Railway Station?

The station can be contacted on 034-2232272. Staff can help with timetable queries, platform information, and ticket availability.

Which stations are next to Kalutara North on the Coast Line?

Toward Colombo, the adjacent station is a train halt. In the southward direction, the next stop is Kalutara South. The two Kalutara stations are close together, so verify your stop before boarding.

Is it better to take the train or a private transfer from the airport to Kalutara?

Bandaranaike International Airport is not directly on the Coast Line, so a rail journey requires travelling into Colombo Fort first and then changing trains. Travellers with luggage or tight timings often find a private airport transfer more practical. Lakpura arranges direct transfers from the airport to hotels in Kalutara.

Can I buy train tickets at Kalutara North Station?

Yes, the station booking office sells both reserved and unreserved tickets. For first-class seats on intercity expresses, booking in advance is advisable, particularly on weekends and public holidays.

What are the main attractions near Kalutara North Station?

The Gangatilaka Vihara — a hollow Buddhist dagoba beside the Kalu Ganga — is the most visited landmark and is reachable within minutes of the station. Kalutara Beach, the Kalu Ganga river jetty, and the local morning market are also close by.

Which train class should I choose for the Colombo–Kalutara journey?

Second class is comfortable for the roughly one-hour journey and is available on most services. First-class air-conditioned coaches run on select intercity trains and are worth reserving ahead. Third class is the most economical but can be crowded during peak hours.

Kalutara North Railway Station

Kalutara North Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Kalutara District, Western Province. It lies 39.9 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

50 trains call at Kalutara North 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: Train Halt 01 (towards Colombo) and Kalutara South.

Station telephone: 034-2232272.

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

Kalutara North spoorwegstation dienstregeling

50 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Kalutara North.

Kustlijn · 39.9 km van Colombo Fort · Westelijke Provincie

Stationstelefoonnummer: 034-2232272

Vertrekt	Richting	Trein	Rijdt
03:50 am	Colombo Fort		Dagelijks
04:11 am	Chilaw		Dagelijks
04:55 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
05:18 am	Maradana		Alleen op zondag
05:30 am	Maradana	Night Mail	Alleen op werkdagen
05:52 am	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
05:58 am	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
06:21 am	Maradana		Dagelijks
06:23 am	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
06:35 am	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
07:02 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Alleen op zondag
07:03 am	Kalutara South		Dagelijks
07:05 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
07:25 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zaterdag
07:25 am	Maradana		Alleen op zondag
07:30 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
07:47 am	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
07:50 am	Beliaththa		Dagelijks
08:28 am	Mount Lavinia		Dagelijks
09:57 am	Kalutara South		Dagelijks
10:40 am	Maradana		Dagelijks
11:13 am	Kalutara South		Dagelijks
12:25 pm	Maradana		Dagelijks
12:29 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
01:25 pm	Kalutara South		Alleen op werkdagen
01:45 pm	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
01:50 pm	Kalutara South		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
02:10 pm	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
02:28 pm	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
02:28 pm	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
03:17 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
05:12 pm	Kalutara South		Alleen op werkdagen
05:13 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
05:25 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
05:35 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
05:35 pm	Kalutara South		Alleen op werkdagen
05:59 pm	Aluthgama		Alleen op werkdagen
06:03 pm	Aluthgama		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
06:34 pm	Kalutara South		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
06:49 pm	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
06:51 pm	Galle		Alleen op zaterdag
06:51 pm	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen en zondag
07:00 pm	Aluthgama		Alleen op werkdagen
07:35 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
08:04 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
08:21 pm	Kalutara South		Alleen op werkdagen
08:32 pm	Galle	Night Mail	Dagelijks
09:53 pm	Kalutara South		Alleen op zondag
09:53 pm	Payagala South		Alleen op werkdagen
10:48 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks

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Kalutara North spoorwegstation dienstregeling

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