How far is Payagala North Station from Colombo Fort?

Payagala North Station is 48.0 km from Colombo Fort along the Coast Line. By stopping train the journey takes roughly one to one-and-a-half hours, depending on the service. Express trains cover the distance more quickly but do not always stop at smaller stations on the corridor.

How many trains stop at Payagala North per day?

Around 28 trains call at Payagala North on a typical day. These include both express and stopping services running between Colombo and southern destinations such as Galle and Matara. Frequency is highest during morning and evening commuter hours.

What station comes before Payagala North towards Colombo?

Katukurunda Station is the next stop in the direction of Colombo Fort. It is a small halt on the Coast Line, situated between Payagala North and the Colombo suburban network.

What is the difference between Payagala North and Payagala South stations?

They are two distinct stations serving the northern and southern parts of the Payagala area in Kalutara District. Both lie on the same Coast Line but are separate stops. Travellers should check which station is closest to their accommodation or destination before boarding.

Can I buy train tickets at Payagala North Station?

Yes, Payagala North is a staffed station and tickets can generally be purchased at the counter on the day of travel. For reserved seats in first or second class, advance booking is recommended, especially around public holidays when Coast Line trains are busier.

Which side of the train should I sit on for sea views between Colombo and Payagala?

When travelling south from Colombo, the right-hand side of the train offers the best views of the Indian Ocean. The sea becomes visible intermittently once the train clears the Colombo suburbs and runs closer to the coast near Moratuwa and Panadura.

Is it better to take the train or a private transfer to the Payagala area?

The train is a cost-effective and scenic option if you are travelling light from Colombo Fort. A private transfer is more practical if you are arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport with luggage, travelling as a group, or need to reach a specific property in the area without a station transfer.

Payagala North Railway Station

Payagala North Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Kalutara District, Western Province. It lies 48.0 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

28 trains call at Payagala 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: Katukurunda (towards Colombo) and Payagala South.

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

Payagala North spoorwegstation dienstregeling

28 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Payagala North.

Kustlijn · 48.0 km van Colombo Fort · Westelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Trein	Rijdt
03:35 am	Colombo Fort		Dagelijks
03:56 am	Chilaw		Dagelijks
04:40 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
05:03 am	Maradana		Alleen op zondag
05:14 am	Maradana	Night Mail	Alleen op werkdagen
05:36 am	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
05:43 am	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
06:06 am	Maradana		Dagelijks
06:10 am	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
06:20 am	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
07:31 am	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
07:36 am	Mount Lavinia		Dagelijks
10:56 am	Galle		Dagelijks
11:18 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
12:45 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
02:13 pm	Maradana		Alleen op werkdagen
02:13 pm	Maradana		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
03:30 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
04:43 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen
04:43 pm	Colombo Fort		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
06:13 pm	Aluthgama		Alleen op werkdagen
06:30 pm	Aluthgama		Alleen op zaterdag en zondag
07:04 pm	Galle		Alleen op werkdagen en zondag
07:04 pm	Galle		Alleen op zaterdag
07:15 pm	Aluthgama		Alleen op werkdagen
07:50 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
08:21 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
08:52 pm	Galle	Night Mail	Dagelijks

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