How many trains stop at Katugoda railway station per day?

Around 16 trains call at Katugoda on a typical day. The mix includes intercity expresses and slower stopping trains on the Coast Line. Not every train that passes through halts here, so it is worth confirming your specific service before boarding.

Which stations are next to Katugoda on the Coast Line?

Galle station is the next stop toward Colombo, while Unawatuna station is the next stop heading south toward Matara. Both are only a few minutes away by train.

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

The journey covers approximately 118 km and typically takes between two and a half to three and a half hours depending on the type of service. Intercity expresses are faster but may not stop at Katugoda, so stopping trains are often the more reliable choice for this specific station.

Is Katugoda station close to Galle Fort?

Yes, Katugoda station is within a short distance of Galle Fort — Galle station itself is the next stop along the line. A tuk-tuk from Katugoda to the fort entrance takes only a few minutes and is a common option for visitors staying in the Katugoda area.

Can I walk from Katugoda station to Unawatuna beach?

Unawatuna beach is the next station south of Katugoda. The distance between the station and the beach is walkable for most travellers, though a tuk-tuk is a quicker and more comfortable option, especially in the midday heat or with luggage.

Is Katugoda a request stop or does every train halt automatically?

Katugoda is a scheduled stop for trains that serve it, not a pure request stop. However, not all Coast Line services halt there — intercity expresses in particular may skip smaller stations. Checking the timetable in advance is strongly recommended.

What is the best time of year to travel the Coast Line through Katugoda?

The southern coast generally has its driest and calmest weather from December to April, which coincides with the peak tourist season. The scenery along the Coast Line is appealing year-round, but sea conditions and beach accessibility near Katugoda are best during the dry season months.

Katugoda Railway Station

Katugoda Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 118.3 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

16 trains call at Katugoda 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: Galle (towards Colombo) and Unawatuna.

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

Katugoda spoorwegstation dienstregeling

16 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Katugoda.

Kustlijn · 118.3 km van Colombo Fort · Zuidelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Trein	Rijdt
05:09 am	Matara		Alleen op werkdagen
05:37 am	Maradana	Sagarika	Alleen op werkdagen
05:37 am	Matara		Alleen op zaterdag
07:10 am	Matara		Alleen op werkdagen
07:13 am	Maradana	Galu Kumari	Dagelijks
08:05 am	Galle		Dagelijks
09:42 am	Beliaththa		Dagelijks
11:37 am	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen
02:22 pm	Matara		Alleen op werkdagen
03:07 pm	Maradana		Dagelijks
04:51 pm	Beliaththa	Galu Kumari	Dagelijks
05:12 pm	Beliaththa		Dagelijks
06:12 pm	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen
07:15 pm	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
08:57 pm	Beliaththa		Alleen op werkdagen
09:03 pm	Galle		Dagelijks

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