Mirissa Railway Station

Mirissa Railway station is the 64^th Railway station on the coastal line from Colombo Fort and opened in 1894. This Railway station code is MIS with an altitude of 4 m height above means sea level. Mirissa railway station has been located between Polwathumodara and Kamburugamuwa railway stations in the Southern Province. This article guides you to travel between Mirissa to Colombo train easily.

Mirissa Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station distance is 147.6 km. On the way from Mirissa 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.

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

Mirissa to Colombo train time Table

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Travelling from Mirissa to Colombo train is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. Few trains run between Mirissa Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station daily, and there are operated 19 weekly trains from Mirissa to Colombo.

In Mirissa 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 Mirissa to Colombo train runs on time. (except during office hours).

Mirissa to Colombo train Ticket price

Train travel is the most cost-effective method of travel between Mirissa To Colombo fort. Train ticket starts price start to Rs. 145.00 (US $ 0.73).  Mirissa to Colombo fort is a long train distance, and therefore Sri Lankan Railways operating train classes are 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd class.

You can book train tickets from Mirissa 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 Mirissa to Colombo train

My personal opinion is you should not select the time Mirissa 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 and 06.00 pm to 9.00 pm you will be able to travel easily.

General Questions

1. Can I reserve first-class seats from Mirissa Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?

At present, there are no class boxes with first-class train seats from Mirissa to Colombo. Train travel time from Mirissa 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 Mirissa 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 Mirissa 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 Mirissa Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?

The best time to travel from Mirissa to Colombo train Railway Station is to avoid office hours. It is best to travel between Mirissa 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 Mirissa 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 Mirissa Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station?

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

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

If you are travelling from Mirissa 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 145.00 LKR (US$ 0.73). If you use a different mode of transportation, you will have to pay more.

6. Is it safe to travel by train from Mirissa 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 Mirissa railway station and Colombo Fort Railway Station.

7. Are food and drink (restaurant car) available from Mirissa 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 Mirissa to Colombo Fort train.

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

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