How far is Matale Railway Station from Colombo Fort?

Matale Railway Station is 148.6 km from Colombo Fort along the Matale Line. The journey involves travelling through Kandy or changing at Pallepola, and typically takes several hours depending on the service.

Is Matale the last stop on the Matale Line?

Yes, Matale is the terminus of the Matale Line. The nearest station back towards Colombo is Ukuwela. There is no rail connection beyond Matale town, so onward travel to places like Dambulla or Sigiriya requires bus or road transport.

How many trains run to Matale per day?

Around 15 trains serve Matale on a typical day. Services cover morning, midday and evening slots, though exact frequency and timing can vary by day of the week. Confirm the current timetable with Sri Lanka Railways or at the station.

What is the phone number for Matale Railway Station?

The station telephone number is 066-2222271. You can call directly to ask about timetables, platform information or general enquiries.

Is it better to take the train or drive from Kandy to Matale?

Both options are practical since Matale is only around 25 km from Kandy. The train is scenic and avoids traffic, while driving gives you flexibility to stop at sights along the way. If time is limited and you have multiple stops planned, a private vehicle is often more efficient.

Can I get a taxi or tuk-tuk from Matale Railway Station?

Yes, tuk-tuks and taxis are generally available outside the station. They can take you to the town centre, spice gardens, Aluviharaya Rock Temple or other local attractions. Agree on a fare before setting off.

What are the main sights near Matale Railway Station?

Aluviharaya Rock Temple, local spice gardens and Sri Muthumariamman Thevasthanam are all within a short distance of the station. The foothills of the Knuckles Mountain Range are also accessible from Matale town by road.

Can I travel from Matale to Sigiriya by train?

There is no direct train service from Matale to Sigiriya. The most practical route is by bus or private vehicle northward via Dambulla, which takes roughly one to two hours depending on traffic.

Matale Railway Station

Matale Railway Station is a station on the Matale Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Matale District, Central Province. It lies 148.6 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the Matale Line: Ukuwela (towards Colombo).

Station telephone: 066-2222271.

terminus.

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

Matale spoorwegstation dienstregeling

15 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Matale.

Matale-lijn · 148.6 km van Colombo Fort · Centrale Provincie

Stationstelefoonnummer: 066-2222271

Vertrekt	Richting	Rijdt
04:45 am	Kandy · begint hier	Dagelijks
06:06 am	eindigt hier · vanaf Kandy	Dagelijks
06:30 am	Kandy · begint hier	Alleen op werkdagen en zondag
06:40 am	Colombo Fort · begint hier	Alleen op zaterdag
08:21 am	eindigt hier · vanaf Kandy	Dagelijks
10:15 am	Kandy · begint hier	Dagelijks
11:43 am	eindigt hier · vanaf Kandy	Dagelijks
01:50 pm	Kandy · begint hier	Dagelijks
01:55 pm	Kandy · begint hier	Dagelijks
03:16 pm	eindigt hier · vanaf Kandy	Dagelijks
03:30 pm	eindigt hier · vanaf Colombo Fort	Alleen op werkdagen
05:10 pm	Kandy · begint hier	Dagelijks
06:49 pm	eindigt hier · vanaf Kandy	Dagelijks
07:00 pm	Kandy · begint hier	Dagelijks
08:22 pm	eindigt hier · vanaf Kandy	Dagelijks

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Matale spoorwegstation dienstregeling

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