Galle Railway Station
Galle Railway station is the 52nd Railway station on the coastal line from Colombo Fort and opened in 1895. This Railway station code is GLE with an altitude of 7 m height above means sea level. Galle railway station has been located between Richmond Hill and Katugoda railway stations in the Southern Province. This article guides you to travel between Galle to Colombo train easily.
Galle Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station distance is 113.9 km. On the way from Galle Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station, you can see the beauty of a Galle fort and railway line that runs along the southern coast of Sri Lanka.
GALLE RAILWAY STATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: 091-2234945
If you are accommodated near the Galle area, you can come to the Galle train station in few minutes. If you wish to stay in the Galle beach area, there are more than 150 Hotels, Hostels and homestays for your selection.
Galle to Colombo train time Table
| Train No | Train Name | Departure | Arrival | Days |
| 8311 | Night Mail (Night Mail Train) | 03:15 | 06:42 | Monday to Friday |
| 8055 | Dakshina Iintercity Express (Intercity) | 03:30 | 05:21 | Monday to Saturday (No Wednesday) |
| 8320 | 8320 (Long Distance) | 04:10 | 07:26 | Monday to Friday |
| 8321 | 8321 (Express Train) | 04:50 | 07:36 | Saturday and Sunday |
| 8327 | Samudra Devi (Express Train) | 05:00 | 07:48 | Daily |
| 8097 | Sagarika (Express Train) | 06:00 | 08:17 | Monday to Friday |
| 8063 | 8063 (Local Trains) | 06:00 | 08:34 | Saturday |
| 8059 | Ruhunu Kumari (Express Train) | 06:55 | 08:43 | Daily |
| 8093 | 8093 (Express Train) | 07:20 | 09:20 | Saturday |
| 8057 | Galu Kumari (Long Distance) | 07:25 | 09:32 | Daily |
| 8349 | 8349 (Mixed Trains) | 08:50 | 12:35 | Monday to Saturday |
| 8065 | 8065 (Colombo Commuter) | 08:50 | 11:02 | Sunday |
| 8085 | Rajarata Rejini (Express Train) | 10:25 | 12:42 | Daily |
| 8053 | 8053 (Local Trains) | 13:50 | 15:58 | Sunday |
| 8039 | 8039 (Colombo Commuter) | 14:45 | 17:14 | Daily |
| 8051 | 8051 (Colombo Commuter) | 15:35 | 18:05 | Daily |
| 8061 | 8061 (Express Train) | 16:55 | 18:51 | Saturday and Sunday |
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Travelling from Galle to Colombo train is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. Few trains run between Galle Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station daily, and there are operated 77 weekly trains from Galle to Colombo.
In Galle railway station to Colombo railway station, the train time duration between 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes. Due to delays in train signals between stations, that time may increase when trains are delayed. But in most cases, the Galle to Colombo train runs on time. (except during office hours).
Galle to Colombo train Ticket price (From 25/07/2022)
Train travel is the most cost-effective method of travel between Galle To Colombo fort. Train ticket starts price start to Rs. 240.00 (US $ 0.70). Galle to Colombo fort is a long train distance, and therefore Sri Lankan Railways operating train classes are 1st, 2nd and 3rd class.
| Train Class | Ticket Price |
| 2nd Class | LKR 500.00 – US $ 1.40 |
| 3rd Class | LKR 240.00 – US $ 0.70 |
If you want to travel 1st Class AC train, you can select Dakshina Intercity Express (8055 – Train) and pay the ticket price of LKR 600.00 (US $ 3.00). But the issue is the train departure from the Galle Railway station at 04.52 AM in the morning.
| Dakshina Intercity Express (8055 – Train) | Ticket Price |
| 1st Class | LKR 600.00 – US $ 3.00 |
| 2nd Class | LKR 400.00 – US $ 2.00 |
| 3rd Class | LKR 300.00 – US $ 1.50 |
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You can book train tickets from Galle to Colombo Fort on the 12go website in advance. Train ticket start price is US$ 18.00
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 Galle to Colombo train
My personal opinion is you should not select the time Galle to Colombo by train between 06.30 am to 08.30 am and 04.30 pm to 05.30 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 04.30 pm you will be able to travel easily.
General Questions
1. Can I reserve 1st class seats from Galle Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?
At present, there are class boxes withfirst class train seats from Galle to Colombo fort. Train travel time from Galle Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station is 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes, so there is a need to reserve seats. You can book train tickets from Galle to Colombo Fort on the 12go website in advance, or you have to do is arrive an hour before the train you want to buy train tickets at the Galle 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 Galle Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?
The best time to travel from Galle to Colombo train Railway Station is to avoid office hours. It is best to travel between Galle to Colombo train 08.30 am to 04.00 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 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 500.00 (US$ 1.38).
4. Can I have internet access on the way from Galle Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station?
At present, it is not possible to access the internet at Galle railway station in Sri Lanka. Therefore, it is necessary to obtain internet facilities in person.
5. Is this the cheapest way to travel from Galle to Colombo?
If you are travelling from Galle 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 240.00 LKR (US$ 0.70). 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 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 Galle railway station and Colombo Fort Railway Station.
7. Are food and drink (restaurant car) available from Galle 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 Galle to Colombo Fort train.
The above article has been prepared for easy travel from Galle to Colombo train, and I hope this article will help you. In addition, if you have a problem, please comment.
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