How far is Habaraduwa Station from Galle?

Habaraduwa is located just north of Koggala and a short distance from Galle city. By train, Galle Station is one of the nearest major stops on the Coast Line. By road, the journey between Habaraduwa and Galle Fort typically takes around 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic.

How long does the train from Colombo Fort to Habaraduwa take?

On a stopping service, the journey from Colombo Fort to Habaraduwa is typically around three to three-and-a-half hours. Express trains that halt at the station are faster, but not all express services stop here, so it is worth confirming the timetable before you travel.

Do I need to book a train ticket in advance for Habaraduwa?

Third class tickets do not require advance booking and can be purchased at the station on the day. For first and second class reserved seats on intercity services, advance booking at Colombo Fort or through Sri Lanka Railways online is advisable, especially during peak holiday periods.

Are there tuk-tuks or taxis at Habaraduwa Station?

Three-wheelers (tuk-tuks) are generally available outside the station when trains arrive. Most nearby villas and guesthouses can also arrange a pickup if you contact them ahead of time. There is no formal taxi rank, but local drivers are accustomed to meeting trains.

Which stations are on either side of Habaraduwa on the Coast Line?

Thalpe Station lies immediately to the north of Habaraduwa in the direction of Colombo, and Koggala Station lies to the south in the direction of Matara. Both are small halts serving coastal communities.

What is there to do near Habaraduwa for a day visitor arriving by train?

Day visitors can spend time at the beach, explore Galle Fort by tuk-tuk, visit Koggala Lake by continuing one stop south, or join a sea turtle conservation programme if timing allows. The area is quiet and well-suited to slow travel rather than a packed itinerary.

Is the train journey from Colombo to Habaraduwa scenic?

Yes — the southern stretch of the Coast Line is widely regarded as one of the most scenic rail journeys in Sri Lanka. The tracks run close to the ocean for long sections, passing lagoons, fishing villages, and coconut groves. The best views are typically on the seaward side of the train.

Habaraduwa Railway Station

Habaraduwa Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 127.4 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

18 trains call at Habaraduwa 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: Thalpe (towards Colombo) and Koggala.

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

Habaraduwa järnvägsstations tidtabell

18 tåg stannar vid Habaraduwa en typisk dag.

Kustlinjen · 127.4 km från Colombo Fort · Södra provinsen

Avgår	Mot	Tåg	Trafikerar
05:24 am	Maradana	Sagarika	Vardagar endast
05:34 am	Matara		Vardagar endast
05:51 am	Matara		Lördag endast
06:39 am	Maradana	Ruhunu Kumari	Dagligen
07:00 am	Maradana	Galu Kumari	Dagligen
07:24 am	Matara		Vardagar endast
07:50 am	Galle		Dagligen
10:01 am	Beliaththa		Dagligen
11:11 am	Galle		Vardagar endast
02:35 pm	Matara		Vardagar endast
02:52 pm	Maradana		Dagligen
05:03 pm	Beliaththa	Galu Kumari	Dagligen
05:26 pm	Beliaththa		Dagligen
05:59 pm	Galle		Vardagar endast
06:53 pm	Galle		Vardagar och lördag endast
07:10 pm	Beliaththa	Sagarika	Vardagar endast
08:39 pm	Galle		Dagligen
09:11 pm	Beliaththa		Vardagar endast

Tidtabell speglad från Sri Lanka Railways publicerade tidtabeller, senast kontrollerad 2026-09-21. Tider kan ändras utan föregående meddelande – bekräfta med järnvägen innan du reser. Se hela nätverket på Sri Lanka järnvägsstationslista.

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Galle Fort Entranceunder 1 km
Galle Portunder 1 km
St Joseph's Chapelunder 1 km
The Old Dutch Government Houseunder 1 km
Sea Turtle Farm in Mahamodara1 km
Talpe City3 km
Rumasalla Mountain3 km
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Unawatuna City4 km
Unawatuna Beach4 km
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