How far is Ja-ela Railway Station from Colombo Fort?

Ja-ela Station is 22.2 km from Colombo Fort along the Puttalam Line. By train, the journey typically takes around 30 to 40 minutes depending on the service. It falls within the suburban commuter zone of the Sri Lanka Railways network.

What are the neighbouring stations to Ja-ela on the Puttalam Line?

The station immediately towards Colombo is Kapuwatte, and the next station in the direction of Negombo and Puttalam is Tudella. Both are short stops along this busy coastal corridor.

How many trains stop at Ja-ela Station per day?

Around 44 trains typically call at Ja-ela on a standard operating day. Services run from early morning to late evening covering both directions — towards Colombo Fort and towards Negombo and Puttalam.

Is Ja-ela Station close to Bandaranaike International Airport?

Yes, Bandaranaike International Airport at Katunayake is roughly 15 km north of Ja-ela, making the town a convenient overnight stop for travellers with early flights. Taxis and ride-hailing services connect the station to the airport in around 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic.

Can I travel from Ja-ela to Negombo by train?

Yes, Negombo is a short journey north of Ja-ela on the Puttalam Line. Multiple trains run this route throughout the day, making it easy to reach Negombo's beaches and seafood market without needing road transport.

What is the station telephone number for Ja-ela Railway Station?

The station contact number is 011-2236409. You can call for timetable queries, lost property, or general station information.

What facilities are available at Ja-ela Railway Station?

Ja-ela is a staffed station with basic passenger facilities typical of suburban stations on the Puttalam Line. Ticketing services are available at the counter. For specific amenity queries, it is best to contact the station directly before your visit.

Is there accommodation near Ja-ela Railway Station?

Several guesthouses and small hotels operate in and around Ja-ela town, catering mainly to business travellers and transit guests. Hotel Stargazer is one option in Ja Ela for travellers needing a convenient overnight stay in the area.

Ja-ela Railway Station

Ja-ela Railway Station is a station on the Puttalam Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Gampaha District, Western Province. It lies 22.2 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

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

Neighbouring stations on the Puttalam Line: Kapuwatte (towards Colombo) and Tudella.

Station telephone: 011-2236409.

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

Ja-ela horário da estação ferroviária

44 comboios param em Ja-ela num dia típico.

Linha de Puttalam · 22.2 km de Colombo Fort · Província Ocidental

Telefone da estação: 011-2236409

Partida	Sentido	Comboio	Circula
04:46 am	Nooranagar		Diariamente
05:41 am	Maradana		Diariamente
05:46 am	Negombo		Apenas dias úteis e sábado
06:20 am	Colombo Fort		Apenas sábado
06:20 am	Maradana		Apenas dias úteis
06:21 am	Chilaw		Diariamente
06:51 am	Panadura	Muthu Kumari	Apenas dias úteis
07:25 am	Colombo Fort		Apenas dias úteis e sábado
07:50 am	Maradana		Apenas domingo
07:51 am	Negombo		Apenas dias úteis
08:11 am	Colombo Fort		Diariamente
08:42 am	Negombo		Apenas dias úteis
08:44 am	Puttalam		Diariamente
10:05 am	Colombo Fort		Apenas dias úteis
10:21 am	Chilaw		Diariamente
11:01 am	Colombo Fort		Diariamente
12:41 pm	Nooranagar		Apenas dias úteis
01:17 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas sábado e domingo
01:38 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas dias úteis
01:56 pm	Madampe		Diariamente
02:35 pm	Colombo Fort		Diariamente
03:12 pm	Chilaw		Diariamente
04:26 pm	Chilaw		Apenas sábado e domingo
05:11 pm	Chilaw		Apenas domingo
05:23 pm	Chilaw		Apenas dias úteis
05:33 pm	Negombo		Diariamente
05:36 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas dias úteis
05:43 pm	Colombo Fort		Diariamente
05:56 pm	Puttalam		Apenas dias úteis
05:57 pm	Puttalam		Apenas sábado
06:03 pm	Puttalam		Apenas domingo
06:16 pm	Negombo		Apenas dias úteis e sábado
06:49 pm	Chilaw		Apenas dias úteis
06:51 pm	Chilaw		Apenas sábado e domingo
07:10 pm	Colombo Fort		Diariamente
07:23 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas domingo
07:26 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas sábado
07:26 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas dias úteis
07:50 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas dias úteis e sábado
07:51 pm	Chilaw		Apenas dias úteis
08:45 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas dias úteis
08:57 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas sábado
08:57 pm	Colombo Fort		Apenas domingo
09:06 pm	Chilaw		Diariamente

Horário espelhado dos horários publicados pela Sri Lanka Railways, última verificação em 2026-09-14. Os horários podem ser alterados sem aviso prévio — confirme com a companhia ferroviária antes de viajar. Veja toda a rede na lista de estações ferroviárias do Sri Lanka.

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