Where is Wataraka Railway Station?

Wataraka Railway Station is located in the Colombo District, Western Province of Sri Lanka, on the Kelani Valley (KV) Line. It lies approximately 33.2 km from Colombo Fort along the line, between Meegoda station (toward Colombo) and Padukka station (toward Avissawella).

How many trains stop at Wataraka station per day?

Around 21 trains typically call at Wataraka on a regular weekday, covering services in both directions — toward Colombo Fort and toward Avissawella. The number of trains is lower on weekends and public holidays, so checking the current timetable before travelling is recommended.

Which stations are next to Wataraka on the KV Line?

The neighbouring stations are Meegoda, which is the next stop in the direction of Colombo Fort, and Padukka, which is the next stop in the direction of Avissawella. Both are small commuter stations serving the outer Colombo suburbs.

How do I get from Colombo to Wataraka by train?

All Kelani Valley Line services depart from Colombo Fort Station. Board a KV Line train heading toward Avissawella and alight at Wataraka, which is roughly 33.2 km along the route. Tickets can be purchased at the Fort booking office or, for lower classes, sometimes on board.

Is the Kelani Valley Line a narrow-gauge railway?

Yes, the Kelani Valley Line operates on narrow gauge track (762 mm / 2 ft 6 in), making it one of the few surviving narrow-gauge lines in Sri Lanka. This means the rolling stock is smaller than on the main lines, and journey speeds are relatively gentle.

What is there to do near Wataraka Station?

Wataraka is primarily a commuter stop in a mixed suburban and agricultural area. It is not a tourist destination in its own right, but travellers interested in Sri Lanka's railway heritage can ride the full KV Line end-to-end as an excursion, with Wataraka as one of the waypoints along the route.

Can I travel the entire Kelani Valley Line in one day?

Yes, riding the KV Line from Colombo Fort to Avissawella and back is feasible as a day trip from Colombo. The journey offers views of the Western Province countryside and a glimpse of everyday Sri Lankan commuter life. Allow time for connections and check the timetable to ensure return trains are available.

Wataraka Railway Station

Wataraka Railway Station is a station on the KV Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Colombo District, Western Province. It lies 33.2 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the KV Line: Meegoda (towards Colombo) and Padukka.

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

Wataraka spoorwegstation dienstregeling

21 treinen stoppen op een gemiddelde dag bij Wataraka.

KV-lijn · 33.2 km van Colombo Fort · Westelijke Provincie

Vertrekt	Richting	Rijdt
05:12 am	Colombo Fort	Dagelijks
05:33 am	Colombo Fort · begint hier	Alleen op werkdagen
05:53 am	Colombo Fort	Dagelijks
06:25 am	Colombo Fort	Dagelijks
07:38 am	Colombo Fort	Dagelijks
08:52 am	Kosgama	Dagelijks
10:32 am	Maharagama	Dagelijks
01:55 pm	Colombo Fort	Dagelijks
02:23 pm	Kosgama	Dagelijks
03:21 pm	Padukka	Alleen op werkdagen en zaterdag
03:43 pm	Colombo Fort · begint hier	Alleen op werkdagen
03:43 pm	Colombo Fort · begint hier	Alleen op zaterdag
04:29 pm	Homagama	Dagelijks
05:44 pm	Avissawella	Alleen op werkdagen en zondag
05:55 pm	Avissawella	Alleen op zaterdag
06:10 pm	Avissawella	Alleen op werkdagen en zondag
07:00 pm	Avissawella	Dagelijks
07:20 pm	Padukka	Alleen op werkdagen
08:00 pm	Kosgama	Dagelijks
08:45 pm	Padukka	Alleen op werkdagen
09:30 pm	Avissawella	Dagelijks

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11 places within about 25 km, nearest first.

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Panagoda Railway Station3 km
Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Diyagama4 km
Homagama Railway Station5 km
Homagama Hospital Railway Station5 km
Padukka City6 km
Pannipitiya Railway Station6 km
Padukka Railway Station7 km
Padukka Town7 km
Pokunuwita Rajamaha viharaya10 km

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Wataraka spoorwegstation dienstregeling

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