How far is Kattuwa Railway Station from Colombo?

Kattuwa Station is 42.1 km from Colombo Fort along the Puttalam Line. By train, the journey typically takes between 60 and 90 minutes depending on the service and the number of intermediate stops.

Which stations are next to Kattuwa on the Puttalam Line?

Negombo Station lies to the south of Kattuwa (toward Colombo), and Kochchikade Station lies to the north. Both are short distances away, making connections straightforward.

How many trains a day stop at Kattuwa Station?

Around 34 trains call at Kattuwa on a typical day, running in both directions. Services are more frequent during commuter peak hours in the morning and evening.

Can I get to Negombo from Kattuwa by train?

Yes. Negombo is the next major station south of Kattuwa on the Puttalam Line. Trains run regularly between the two stations throughout the day, and the journey takes only a few minutes.

Is Kattuwa Station close to Colombo Airport?

Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport at Katunayake is roughly 30 to 35 km from Kattuwa by road. There is no direct rail connection to the airport, but a taxi or tuk-tuk from the station or nearby Negombo provides a practical transfer option.

What class of travel is available on the Puttalam Line?

Puttalam Line trains generally offer second- and third-class seating without reserved air-conditioned carriages. Unreserved seating is the norm, so arriving a few minutes before departure during busy periods is advisable.

Is the Puttalam Line a good option for tourists?

The Puttalam Line is less frequented by tourists than the famous hill-country routes, which gives it a more local, everyday feel. It suits travellers interested in the northwest coast, Negombo, or simply experiencing Sri Lankan commuter rail life without the crowds.

Kattuwa Railway Station

Kattuwa Railway Station is a station on the Puttalam Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Gampaha District, Western Province. It lies 42.1 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

34 trains call at Kattuwa on a typical day. The full timetable — departure time, destination and which days each service runs — is listed below.

Neighbouring stations on the Puttalam Line: Negombo (towards Colombo) and Kochchikade.

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

Kattuwa spoorwegstation dienstregeling

34 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Kattuwa.

Puttalam-lijn · 42.1 km van Colombo Fort · Westelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Trein	Rijdt
05:00 am	Maradana		Dagelijks
05:27 am	Nooranagar		Dagelijks
05:39 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zaterdag
05:39 am	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
06:05 am	Panadura	Muthu Kumari	Alleen op werkdagen
07:01 am	Chilaw		Dagelijks
07:06 am	Maradana		Alleen op zondag
07:06 am	Mount Lavinia		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
09:41 am	Puttalam		Dagelijks
10:20 am	Colombo Fort		Dagelijks
11:02 am	Chilaw		Dagelijks
12:36 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
12:36 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
01:22 pm	Nooranagar		Alleen op werkdagen
01:50 pm	Colombo Fort		Dagelijks
02:37 pm	Madampe		Dagelijks
03:51 pm	Chilaw		Dagelijks
04:42 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
05:04 pm	Colombo Fort		Dagelijks
05:17 pm	Chilaw		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
06:04 pm	Chilaw		Alleen op werkdagen
06:31 pm	Puttalam		Alleen op werkdagen
06:31 pm	Puttalam		Alleen op zaterdag
06:39 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zondag
06:44 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
06:44 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zaterdag
06:53 pm	Puttalam		Alleen op zondag
07:32 pm	Chilaw		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
07:34 pm	Chilaw		Alleen op werkdagen
08:04 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
08:04 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zaterdag
08:04 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zondag
08:32 pm	Chilaw		Alleen op werkdagen
09:47 pm	Chilaw		Dagelijks

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