Negombo Railway Station
Negombo Railway station is the 24th Railway station on the Puttalam line from Colombo Fort and opened in 1910. This Railway station code is NMB with an altitude of 2.18 m height above mean sea level. Negombo railway station has been located between Kurana and Kattuwa railway stations in the Gampaha district. This article guides you to travel between Negombo to Colombo train easily.
Negombo Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station distance is 38.9 km. On the way from Negombo Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station, you can see the Urban beauty of Sri Lanka.
NEGOMBO RAILWAY STATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: 031-2222271
If you are accommodated near the Negombo beach area, you can come to Negombo train station in 25 minutes. If you wish to stay in the Negombo area, there are more than 100 Hotels, Hostels and homestays for your selection.
Negombo to Colombo fort train time Table
| Train No | Train Name | Departure | Arrival | Days |
| 3800 | Local Trains | 05.06 | 06.28 | Daily |
| 3801 | Colombo Commuter | 05.43 | 07.05 | Daily |
| 3803 | Colombo Commuter | 06.10 | 07.07 | Daily |
| 3805 | Colombo Commuter | 06.33 | 07.30 | Daily |
| 3809 | Colombo Commuter | 06.50 | 08.07 | Daily |
| 3808 | Colombo Commuter | 07.12 | 08.39 | Monday to Friday |
| 3810 | Colombo Commuter | 07.35 | 09.02 | Saturday and Sunday |
| 3821 | Colombo Commuter | 09.30 | 10.50 | Monday to Friday |
| 3816 | Colombo Commuter | 10.29 | 11.46 | Daily |
| 3817 | Colombo Commuter | 12.42 | 14.02 | Saturday and Sunday |
| 3817 | Colombo Commuter | 12.55 | 13.15 | Monday to Friday |
| 3819 | Colombo Commuter | 13.58 | 15.21 | Daily |
| 3820 | Colombo Commuter | 16.08 | 17.34 | Monday to Friday |
| 3823 | Colombo Commuter | 17.02 | 18.28 | Daily |
| 3825 | Colombo Commuter | 18.25 | 19.55 | Daily |
| 3824 | Colombo Commuter | 18.42 | 20.09 | Daily |
| 3828 | Colombo Commuter | 19.19 | 20.37 | Saturday and Sunday |
| 3828 | Colombo Commuter | 19.52 | 21.26 | Monday to Friday |
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Travelling from Negombo to Colombo train is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. Many trains run between Negombo Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station daily, and there are operated 84 weekly trains from Negombo to Colombo.
In Negombo railway station to Colombo railway station, the train time duration between 40 minutes to 1 hour. Due to delays in train signals between stations, that time may increase when trains are delayed. But in most cases, the Negombo to Colombo train runs on time. (except during office hours).
Negombo to Colombo train Ticket price (From 25/07/2022)
Train travel is the most cost-effective method of travel between Negombo To Colombo Fort. Train ticket starts price start to Rs. 100.00 (US $ 0.30). Negombo To Colombo fort 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 200.00 – US $ 0.60 |
| 3rd Class | LKR 100.00 – US $ 0.30 |
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Best time travel to Negombo to Colombo train
My personal opinion is you should not select trains from Negombo to Colombo the time 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 08.00 pm you will be able to travel easily.
General Questions
1. Can I reserve 1st class seats from Negombo Railway Station to Colombo fort Railway Station?
At present, there are no class boxes with first-class train seats from Negombo to Colombo Fort. Train travel time from Negombo Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station is 40 minutes to 1 hour, 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 Negombo train station.
2. What is the best time for me to travel from Negombo Railway Station to Colombo fort Railway Station?
The best time to travel from Negombo to Colombo train Railway Station is to avoid office hours. It is best to travel between 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 Negombo to Colombo 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 Negombo Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station?
At present, it is not possible to access the internet at Negombo railway station in Sri Lanka. Therefore, it is necessary to obtain internet facilities in person.
5. Is this the cheapest way to travel from Negombo to Colombo?
If you are travelling from Negombo to Colombo train or any other option, the cheapest way is by train. If you are travelling in the 3rd class, you only have to pay 100.00 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 Negombo to Colombo?
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 Negombo railway station and Colombo Fort Railway Station.
7. Are food and drink (restaurant car) available from Negombo to Colombo train?
Currently, the Railway Department of Sri Lanka does not have restaurant cars on any of the trains running on the Puttalam 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 train compartments. The best option is to bring food and drink before boarding the Negombo to Colombo Fort train.
The above article has been prepared for easy travel from Negombo to Colombo train, and I hope this article will help you. In addition, if you have a problem, please comment.
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