What line is Telwatte Railway Station on?

Telwatte is on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, which connects Colombo Fort to Matara along the southwestern and southern coast. It sits at the 92.0 km mark from Colombo Fort, between the halts of Kahawa and Seenigama.

How many trains stop at Telwatte per day?

Around 14 train services call at Telwatte on a typical day. These include a mix of slow all-stations trains and certain express services. The exact timetable can vary, so checking the Sri Lanka Railways website before travel is advisable.

What station comes before and after Telwatte on the Coast Line?

Travelling towards Colombo, the next station is Kahawa. Travelling south towards Matara, the next station is Seenigama. Both are small local halts similar in character to Telwatte.

How long does the train from Colombo to Telwatte take?

Journey time from Colombo Fort to Telwatte is roughly two to two-and-a-half hours depending on whether you take a slow or express service. Slow all-stations trains take longer but stop at Telwatte, while some express services may bypass smaller halts.

Is the Coast Line train journey scenic?

Yes, the Coast Line is one of Sri Lanka's most scenic rail routes. South of Aluthgama the track runs close to the ocean, offering views of lagoons, fishing villages, and beaches. Sitting on the left side of the carriage heading south gives the best sea views.

What is near Telwatte Station worth visiting?

The nearby area offers access to traditional mask-carving workshops in Ambalangoda, the offshore sea temple at Seenigama Muhudu Maha Viharaya, and quieter stretches of the southern coast. Hikkaduwa, with its reef and beach amenities, is also within easy reach by train or road.

Can I buy a train ticket at Telwatte Station?

Telwatte is a small halt, so ticketing facilities may be limited compared to larger stations. It is generally better to purchase your ticket at the originating station — such as Colombo Fort or Galle — to ensure availability and avoid any on-board surcharge.

Telwatte Railway Station

Telwatte Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 92.0 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

14 trains call at Telwatte 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: Kahawa (towards Colombo) and Seenigama.

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

Telwatte spoorwegstation dienstregeling

14 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Telwatte.

Kustlijn · 92.0 km van Colombo Fort · Zuidelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Trein	Rijdt
03:55 am	Maradana	Night Mail	Alleen op werkdagen
04:50 am	Ambalangoda		Dagelijks
04:55 am	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
05:40 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
05:40 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	Alleen op zondag
05:49 am	Galle		Dagelijks
06:04 am	Mount Lavinia		Dagelijks
07:04 am	Galle		Dagelijks
09:40 am	Colombo Fort		Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
02:19 pm	Galle		Dagelijks
02:35 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
05:44 pm	Aluthgama		Dagelijks
07:31 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	Alleen op werkdagen
08:41 pm	Galle		Dagelijks

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