How many trains stop at Thiruketheeswaram Station per day?

On a typical day, around two trains call at Thiruketheeswaram Station. Services run along the Mannar branch line, which connects to the main northern corridor at Medawachchiya. Timetables can vary, so confirm current times with Sri Lanka Railways before travel.

Which line does Thiruketheeswaram Station belong to?

The station is part of Sri Lanka's northern railway network, specifically on the Mannar branch line that diverges from the main northern line at Medawachchiya. This line was rebuilt and reopened following the end of the civil conflict in 2009.

How far is Thiruketheeswaram Station from Mannar town?

The station is located in the Mannar District close to the Thiruketheeswaram temple area. It is a short distance from Mannar town itself, making it a convenient stop for visitors to the temple and the broader Mannar peninsula.

Is the Thiruketheeswaram temple near the railway station?

Yes. The station takes its name directly from the Thiruketheeswaram Kovil, an ancient Shaivite temple considered one of the five major Ishwaram shrines of Sri Lanka. The temple is accessible from the station and remains an active pilgrimage site.

Can I travel from Colombo to Mannar by train?

Yes. The journey from Colombo Fort Station to the Mannar area involves travelling north to Medawachchiya on the main line, then changing to the Mannar branch service. The total journey takes several hours. Check the Sri Lanka Railways website for the latest timetable.

What is the best time of year to visit Mannar District?

The dry season from May to September is generally the most comfortable time for travel. November through March brings migratory birds to the Mannar lagoons, and the Thiruketheeswaram temple festival in February or March is a notable cultural event for those interested in the religious calendar.

Are there any wildlife areas near Thiruketheeswaram Station?

Wilpattu National Park lies to the south of Mannar District and is one of Sri Lanka's largest leopard reserves. The lagoons around Mannar itself are important wetland habitats, attracting flamingos and other migratory birds particularly between November and April.

Thiruketheeswaram Railway Station

Thiruketheeswaram Railway Station is a station in the Mannar District, Northern Province.

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

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

Thiruketheeswaram spoorwegstation dienstregeling

2 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Thiruketheeswaram.

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Vertrekt	Richting	Rijdt
06:30 am	Anuradhapura	Dagelijks
06:46 pm	Talaimannar Pier	Dagelijks

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Thiruketheeswaram spoorwegstation dienstregeling

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