How far is Piyagama Railway Station from Colombo?

Piyagama Station lies 72.5 km south of Colombo Fort along the Coast Line. By train, the journey typically takes between one and a half to two hours, depending on the service type and stops along the way.

Which stations are next to Piyagama on the Coast Line?

Kosgoda is the neighbouring station toward Colombo, and Ahungalle is the next stop in the direction of Galle and Matara. Both are within a short distance of Piyagama.

How many trains stop at Piyagama Station per day?

Around 13 train services typically call at Piyagama on a normal day. Services run in both directions — toward Colombo and toward Matara. Some express trains may pass through without stopping, so it is advisable to check the timetable in advance.

What is the best seat for sea views on the Piyagama coast section?

On a southbound train, sit on the left-hand (sea-facing) side of the carriage for the best ocean views. Afternoon journeys tend to offer clearer light and a better view of the shoreline as it curves toward Galle.

Is there a turtle hatchery near Piyagama Station?

Yes, the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is located a short distance north of Piyagama, near Kosgoda Station. It is one of the most accessible turtle conservation projects on the southern coast and is a popular stop for travellers on the Coast Line.

Can I travel from Piyagama to Galle by train?

Yes, Galle is south of Piyagama on the same Coast Line. You would board a southbound service from Piyagama Station and alight at Galle. The journey is relatively short and passes through several small coastal stations.

Do I need to book a ticket in advance at Piyagama Station?

For most stopping services, tickets can be purchased at the station counter before departure. Advance booking is recommended for reserved seats on intercity or holiday services, which can fill quickly during peak travel periods.

Piyagama Railway Station

Piyagama Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 72.5 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

13 trains call at Piyagama 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: Kosgoda (towards Colombo) and Ahungalle.

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

Piyagama spoorwegstation dienstregeling

13 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Piyagama.

Kustlijn · 72.5 km van Colombo Fort · Zuidelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Trein	Rijdt
05:27 am	Maradana		Dagelijks
05:29 am	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
06:14 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
06:14 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Alleen op zondag
06:21 am	Galle		Dagelijks
06:49 am	Mount Lavinia		Dagelijks
10:24 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
01:40 pm	Galle		Dagelijks
03:09 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
06:25 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
07:00 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	Alleen op werkdagen
08:10 pm	Galle		Dagelijks
09:45 pm	Galle	Night Mail	Dagelijks

Dienstregeling overgenomen uit gepubliceerde schema's van Sri Lanka Railways, voor het laatst gecontroleerd op 2026-09-14. Tijden kunnen zonder voorafgaande kennisgeving wijzigen — bevestig bij de spoorwegen vóór vertrek. Bekijk het volledige netwerk op de Sri Lanka spoorwegstationslijst.

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