How far is Piyagama Railway Station from Colombo?

Piyagama Station lies 72.5 km south of Colombo Fort along the Coast Line. By train, the journey typically takes between one and a half to two hours, depending on the service type and stops along the way.

Which stations are next to Piyagama on the Coast Line?

Kosgoda is the neighbouring station toward Colombo, and Ahungalle is the next stop in the direction of Galle and Matara. Both are within a short distance of Piyagama.

How many trains stop at Piyagama Station per day?

Around 13 train services typically call at Piyagama on a normal day. Services run in both directions — toward Colombo and toward Matara. Some express trains may pass through without stopping, so it is advisable to check the timetable in advance.

What is the best seat for sea views on the Piyagama coast section?

On a southbound train, sit on the left-hand (sea-facing) side of the carriage for the best ocean views. Afternoon journeys tend to offer clearer light and a better view of the shoreline as it curves toward Galle.

Is there a turtle hatchery near Piyagama Station?

Yes, the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is located a short distance north of Piyagama, near Kosgoda Station. It is one of the most accessible turtle conservation projects on the southern coast and is a popular stop for travellers on the Coast Line.

Can I travel from Piyagama to Galle by train?

Yes, Galle is south of Piyagama on the same Coast Line. You would board a southbound service from Piyagama Station and alight at Galle. The journey is relatively short and passes through several small coastal stations.

Do I need to book a ticket in advance at Piyagama Station?

For most stopping services, tickets can be purchased at the station counter before departure. Advance booking is recommended for reserved seats on intercity or holiday services, which can fill quickly during peak travel periods.

Piyagama Railway Station

Piyagama Railway Station is a station on the Coast Line of Sri Lanka Railways, in the Galle District, Southern Province. It lies 72.5 km from Colombo Fort along the line.

13 trains call at Piyagama 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: Kosgoda (towards Colombo) and Ahungalle.

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

Piyagama இரயில் நிலைய நேர அட்டவணை

13 ரயில்கள் Piyagama இல் ஒரு வழக்கமான நாளில் நிறுத்தம் செய்கின்றன.

கடற்கரைப் பாதை · Colombo Fort இலிருந்து 72.5 கி.மீ · தெற்கு மாகாணம்

புறப்படும் நேரம்	திசை	ரயில்	இயக்கம்
05:27 am	Maradana		தினசரி
05:29 am	Aluthgama		தினசரி
06:14 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	வார நாட்கள் மற்றும் சனிக்கிழமை மட்டும்
06:14 am	Maradana	Samudra Devi	ஞாயிறு மட்டும்
06:21 am	Galle		தினசரி
06:49 am	Mount Lavinia		தினசரி
10:24 am	Colombo Fort		வார நாட்கள் மற்றும் சனிக்கிழமை மட்டும்
01:40 pm	Galle		தினசரி
03:09 pm	Aluthgama		தினசரி
06:25 pm	Aluthgama		தினசரி
07:00 pm	Galle	Samudra Devi	வார நாட்களில் மட்டும்
08:10 pm	Galle		தினசரி
09:45 pm	Galle	Night Mail	தினசரி

இலங்கை இரயில்வே வெளியிட்ட அட்டவணைகளிலிருந்து பிரதிபலிக்கப்பட்ட நேர அட்டவணை, கடைசியாக சரிபார்க்கப்பட்டது 2026-09-14. நேரங்கள் முன்னறிவிப்பின்றி மாறலாம் — பயணிப்பதற்கு முன் இரயில்வேயிடம் உறுதிப்படுத்திக் கொள்ளுங்கள். முழு வலையமைப்பையும் இலங்கை இரயில் நிலையங்கள் பட்டியல் இல் காணுங்கள்.

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