Bentota Railway Station

Bentota Railway station is the 27^th Railway station on the coastal line from Colombo Fort and opened in 1892. This Railway station code is BNT with an altitude of 7 m height above means sea level. Bentota railway station has been located between Aluthgama and Induruwa railway stations in the Southern Province. This article guides you to travel between Bentota to Colombo train easily.

Bentota Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station distance is 61 km. On the way from Bentota Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station, you can see the beauty of a railway line that runs along the southern coast of Sri Lanka.

BENTOTA RAILWAY STATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: 034-2275271

If you are accommodated near the Bentota area, you can come to the Bentota train station in few minutes. If you wish to stay in the Bentota beach area, there are more than 100 Hotels, Hostels and homestays for your selection.

Bentota to Colombo train time Table

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Travelling from Bentota to Colombo train is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. Few trains run between Bentota Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station daily, and there are operated 47 weekly trains from Bentota to Colombo.

In Bentota railway station to Colombo railway station, the train time duration between 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. Due to delays in train signals between stations, that time may increase when trains are delayed. But in most cases, the Bentota to Colombo train runs on time. (except during office hours).

Bentota to Colombo train Ticket price

Train travel is the most cost-effective method of travel between Bentota To Colombo fort. Train ticket starts price start to Rs. 70.00 (US $ 0.35).  Bentota to Colombo fort is a short train distance, and therefore Sri Lankan Railways operating train classes are 2^nd and 3^rd class.

Also, you can reserve a train ticket from DIALOG with convenience and ease any time any were by just Dialing 444 on your DIALOG mobile from any postpaid or prepaid connection.

Best time travel to Bentota to Colombo train

My personal opinion is you should not select the time Bentota to Colombo 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 you will be able to travel easily.

General Questions

1. Can I reserve 1^st class seats from Bentota Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?

At present, there are no class boxes with first-class train seats from Bentota to Colombo. Train travel time from Bentota Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station is 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours, so there is a need to reserve seats. You can’t book train tickets from Bentota to Colombo Fort online. But currently, you have to do is arrive an hour before the train you want to buy train tickets at the Bentota train station.

Also, you can reserve a train ticket from DIALOG with convenience and ease any time any were by just Dialing 444 on your DIALOG mobile from any postpaid or prepaid connection.

2. What is the best time for me to travel from Bentota Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?

The best time to travel from Bentota to Colombo train Railway Station is to avoid office hours. It is best to travel between Bentota to Colombo 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 Bentota 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 (US$ 1.50).

4. Can I have internet access on the way from Bentota Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station?

At present, it is not possible to access the internet at Bentota railway station in Sri Lanka. Therefore, it is necessary to obtain internet facilities in person.

5. Is this the cheapest way to travel from Bentota to Colombo?

If you are travelling from Bentota to Colombo by train or any other option, the cheapest way is by train. If you are travelling in the 3rd class, you only have to pay 70.00 LKR (US$ 0.35). If you use a different mode of transportation, you will have to pay more.

6. Is it safe to travel by train from Bentota to Colombo?

There is no need to worry about safety as the Sri Lanka Railways maintains the railway lines and trains on time. The security personnel are deployed for the security of the Bentota railway station and Colombo Fort Railway Station.

7. Are food and drink (restaurant car) available from Bentota to Colombo 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 train compartments. The best option is to bring food and drink before boarding the Bentota to Colombo Fort train.

The above article has been prepared for easy travel from Bentota to Colombo train, and I hope this article will help you. In addition, if you have a problem, please comment.

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