How many trains stop at Thoddaveli Station per day?

Around two trains typically call at Thoddaveli on an operating day. Service frequency is lower than on major intercity routes, so checking the current timetable with Sri Lanka Railways before travel is advisable.

Which railway line does Thoddaveli Station sit on?

Thoddaveli is served by the Northern Line, which connects the Mannar District to the broader Sri Lankan rail network via Anuradhapura and ultimately Colombo Fort. The line was restored after significant disruption during the civil conflict period.

How long does it take to travel from Colombo to Mannar by train?

The rail journey from Colombo to the Mannar area typically takes many hours, with travel time depending on the specific service and stops. Many travellers break the journey at Anuradhapura or Vavuniya and continue by road.

What district is Thoddaveli Railway Station in?

Thoddaveli Station is located in the Mannar District, which falls within Sri Lanka's Northern Province. The district spans from the mainland across the causeway to Mannar Island.

Is Mannar a good destination for birdwatching?

Yes. The wetlands around Mannar, particularly Vankalai Sanctuary, attract large numbers of migratory birds including flamingos between roughly October and March. It is considered one of Sri Lanka's premier birdwatching locations during the northern winter.

What are the main attractions near Mannar railway stations?

Key sites include Mannar Fort, the ancient Baobab tree, Adam's Bridge, Vankalai Sanctuary, and the Madhu Church pilgrimage site. The district combines natural, historical, and religious heritage in a relatively compact area.

Can I buy train tickets to Thoddaveli online?

Online booking for northern Sri Lanka services can be unreliable. It is generally safer to purchase tickets at the originating station or through Sri Lanka Railways' official channels, and to confirm departure times close to your travel date.

Thoddaveli Railway Station

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

2 trains call at Thoddaveli 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.

Thoddaveli spoorwegstation dienstregeling

2 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Thoddaveli.

Noordelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Rijdt
06:11 am	Anuradhapura	Dagelijks
07:05 pm	Talaimannar Pier	Dagelijks

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Nearby places

14 places within about 25 km, nearest first.

Arippu Fort2 km
Mannar District6 km
Baobab Tree8 km
Chilawathurai8 km
Mannar Bird Sanctuary8 km
Pesalai Railway Station8 km
Thiru Ketheeswaram Temple8 km
Urumale Adams' Tomb8 km
Doric Bungalow16 km
Neriyakulam Railway Station18 km
Madhu Road Nationaal Park19 km
Madhu20 km
Madhu Road Railway Station20 km
Thekkama Anicut25 km

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Thoddaveli spoorwegstation dienstregeling

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