Galle railway station is a historic railway station located in Galle, Sri Lanka. The station was built in 1894 during the British colonial era and is one of the oldest surviving railway stations in the country. The station is a popular transport hub for tourists visiting the southern coast of Sri Lanka, as it provides easy access to popular tourist destinations such as the Galle Fort and Unawatuna Beach. The station's beautiful colonial architecture is well-maintained, making it a pleasant and convenient place to catch a train or simply explore.
Contact Information
| General Contact Number | +94912232271 |
| Address | Galle 80000 |
Additional Information
| Station Name | Galle |
| Track Number | 8 |
| Station Code | GLE |
| Distance from Colombo Fort | 113.9 KM |
| Height Above Mean Sea Level | 7.01 Meters |
Galle to Colombo Timetable
| Your Station | Arrival Time | Departure Time | Destination / Time | End Station / Time | Frequency | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GALLE | 03:15:00 | 03:15:00 | MARADANA 06:49:00 | COLOMBO FORT 06:42:00 | MONDAY TO FRIDAY | NIGHT MAIL | Night Mail Train |
| Available Classes: 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at MARADANA at 06:49:00 | Train No: 8311 | |||||
| GALLE | 04:35:00 | 04:30:00 | MARADANA 07:37:00 | COLOMBO FORT 07:31:00 | DAILY | Cancellation on 13, 14 & 15.04.2023 | LONG DISTANCE |
| Available Classes: 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at MARADANA at 07:37:00 | Train No: 8320 | |||||
| GALLE | 05:00:00 | 05:00:00 | MARADANA 08:08:00 | COLOMBO FORT 08:01:00 | NOT ON SUNDAY & HOLIDAY | SAMUDRA DEVI | EXPRESS TRAIN |
| Available Classes: 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at MARADANA at 08:08:00 | Train No: 8327 | |||||
| GALLE | 05:43:00 | 05:53:00 | MARADANA 08:17:00 | COLOMBO FORT 08:10:00 | NOT ON SATURDAY & SUNDAY | Sagarika | EXPRESS TRAIN |
| Available Classes: 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at MARADANA at 08:17:00 | Train No: 8097 | |||||
| GALLE | 06:53:00 | 07:03:00 | MARADANA 09:23:00 | COLOMBO FORT 09:16:00 | DAILY | RUHUNU KUMARI | EXPRESS TRAIN |
| Available Classes: 1st Class , 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at MARADANA at 09:23:00 | Train No: 8059 | |||||
| GALLE | 07:19:00 | 07:27:00 | MARADANA 09:47:00 | COLOMBO FORT 09:40:00 | DAILY | Galu Kumari | LONG DISTANCE |
| Available Classes: 1st Class , 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at MARADANA at 09:47:00 | Train No: 8057 | |||||
| GALLE | 08:50:00 | 08:50:00 | COLOMBO FORT 12:35:00 | COLOMBO FORT 12:35:00 | NOT ON SUNDAY | MIXED TRAINS | |
| Available Classes: 3rd Class | Train ends at COLOMBO FORT at 12:35:00 | Train No: 8349 | |||||
| GALLE | 10:05:00 | 10:25:00 | COLOMBO FORT 12:42:00 | COLOMBO FORT 12:42:00 | DAILY | Rajarata Regini | EXPRESS TRAIN |
| Available Classes: 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at COLOMBO FORT at 12:42:00 | Train No: 8085 | |||||
| GALLE | 14:26:00 | 14:45:00 | COLOMBO FORT 17:11:00 | COLOMBO FORT 17:11:00 | DAILY | COLOMBO COMMUTER | |
| Available Classes: 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at COLOMBO FORT at 17:11:00 | Train No: 8039 | |||||
| GALLE | 15:13:00 | 15:35:00 | MARADANA 18:18:00 | COLOMBO FORT 18:11:00 | DAILY | COLOMBO COMMUTER | |
| Available Classes: 2nd Class , 3rd Class | Train ends at MARADANA at 18:18:00 | Train No: 8051 | |||||
Source: eservices.railway.gov.lk
Attractions
Galle Fort
Discover Sri Lanka’s rich colonial history at Galle Fort by train. Explore narrow streets, historical landmarks, and traditional cuisine.
SLRF Staff
