Galle Railway Station
Galle Railway station is the 52nd Railway station on the Coast line from Colombo Fort and opened in 1894. Galle Railway station code is GLE with an altitude of 7.00 m height above mean sea level. Galle railway station has been located between Richmond Hill and Katugoda railway stations in the Galle district. This article guides you to travel between Galle to Bentota train easily.
Galle Railway Station to Bentota Railway Station distance is 52.9 km and Galle Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station distance 113.9 km respectively. On the way from Galle Railway Station to Bentota Railway Station, you can see the beauty of the southern seas of Sri Lanka.
GALLE RAILWAY STATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: 091-2234945
If you are accommodated near the Galle fort area, you can come to Galle train station in few minutes. If you wish to stay in the Galle fort area, there are more than 100 Hotels, Hostels and homestays for your selection.
Galle to Bentota train time Table
| Train No | Train Name | Departure | Arrival | Days |
| 8311 | Night Mail ( Night Mail Train ) | 03:15 | 04:45 | Monday to Friday |
| 8320 | 8320 ( Local Distance ) | 04:10 | 05:38 | Monday to Friday |
| 8322 | 8322 ( Local Trains ) | 04:15 | 05:45 | Daily |
| 8327 | Samudra Devi ( Express Train ) | 05:00 | 06:30 | Daily |
| 8319 | 8319 ( Local Trains ) | 05:25 | 07:06 | Daily |
| 8057 | Galu Kumari ( Local Distance ) | 07:25 | 08:14 | Daily |
| 8349 | 8349 ( Mixed Trains ) | 08:50 | 10:42 | Monday to Saturday |
| 8053 | 8053 ( Local Trains ) | 13:50 | 14:42 | Sunday |
| 8357 | 8357 ( Local Trains ) | 13:55 | 15:24 | Daily |
| 8039 | 8039 ( Colombo Commuter ) | 14:45 | 15:38 | Daily |
| 8051 | 8051 ( Colombo Commuter ) | 15:35 | 16:39 | Daily |
| 8379 | 8379 ( Local Trains ) | 17:05 | 18:54 | Daily |
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Travelling from Galle to Bentota train is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. Many trains run between Galle Railway Station to Bentota Railway Station daily, and there are operated 73 weekly trains from Galle to Bentota.
In Galle railway station to Bentota railway station, the train time duration between 1 hour and 20 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes. Due to delays in train signals between stations, that time may increase when trains are delayed. But in most cases, the Galle to Bentota train runs on time. (except during office hours).
Galle to Bentota train Ticket price
Train travel is the most cost-effective method of travel between Galle To Bentota. Train ticket starts price start to Rs. 60 (US $ 0.30). Galle to Bentota is a short train distance, and therefore Sri Lankan Railways operating train classes are only 2nd and 3rd class.
| Train Class | Ticket Price |
| 2nd Class | LKR 110.00 – US $ 0.55 |
| 3rd Class | LKR 60.00 – US $ 0.30 |
Best time travel to Galle to Bentota train
My personal opinion is you should not select the time Galle to Bentota by train between 06.30 am to 08.30 am and 04.30 pm to 06.00 pm. Because during this period, the natives use it for their jobs and daily activities. If you select the time after 08.30 am to 04.00 pm and 06.00 pm to 9.00 pm you will be able to travel easily.
General Questions
1. Can I reserve 1st class seats from Galle Railway Station to Bentota Railway Station?
At present, there are no class boxes with first-class train seats from Galle to Bentota. Train travel time from Galle Railway Station to Bentota Railway Station is 1 hour to 1.5 hours, so there is no need to reserve seats. All you have to do is arrive an hour before the train you want to buy train tickets at the Galle train station.
2. What is the best time for me to travel from Galle Railway Station to Bentota Railway Station?
The best time to travel from Galle to Bentota train Railway Station is to avoid office hours. It is best to travel between Galle to Bentota train 08.30 am to 04.00 pm and 06.00 pm to 9.00 pm. This will enable you to travel comfortably. Many locals use this train during office hours, so you may even have to stand on the train without seats.
3. Do I have to pay extra for luggage when travelling from Galle to Bentota train Railway Station?
You do not have to pay extra for your luggage as there is no maximum limit for carrying luggage on a Sri Lanka train. But be sure to bring a maximum of 30 KG bags per person. But if you carry heavier luggage and the Railway Ambassador feels that it is possible to charge for baggage. That amount is often minimal, and costs are not exceeding LKR 300.00
4. Can I have internet access on the way from Galle Railway Station to Bentota Railway Station?
At present, it is not possible to access the internet at Galle railway stations in Sri Lanka. Therefore, it is necessary to obtain internet facilities in person.
5. Is this the cheapest way to travel from Galle to Bentota?
If you are travelling from Galle to Bentota train or any other option, the cheapest way is by train. If you are travelling in the 3rd class, you only have to pay 60.00 LKR (US$ 0.30). If you use a different mode of transportation, you will have to pay more.
6. Is it safe to travel by train from Galle to Bentota?
There is no need to worry about safety as the Railway Department of Sri Lanka maintains the railway lines and trains on time. The security personnel are deployed for the security of the Galle railway stations.
7. Are food and drink (restaurant car) available from Galle to Bentota train?
Currently, the Railway Department of Sri Lanka does not have restaurant cars on any of the trains running on the coastal railway line. Therefore, it is possible to bring food and drink before boarding the train and enjoy the food as it travels.
You can also buy food and beverages from local food vendors as they board the Galle to Bentota train compartments. The best option is to bring food and drink before boarding the train.
The above article has been prepared for easy travel from Galle to Bentota train, and I hope this article will help you. In addition, if you have a problem, please comment.
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