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UNAWATUNA TO COLOMBO TRAIN SRI LANKA

Unawatuna Railway Station

Unawatuna Railway station is the 54th Railway station on the coastal line from Colombo Fort and opened in 1895. This Railway station code is UWA with an altitude of 5 m height above means sea level. Unawatuna railway station has been located between Katugoda and Talpe railway stations in the Southern Province. This article guides you to travel between Unawatuna to Colombo train easily.

Unawatuna Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station distance is 119.5 km. On the way from Unawatuna 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.

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If you are accommodated near the Unawatuna area, you can come to the Unawatuna train station in few minutes. If you wish to stay in the unawatuna beach area, there are more than 120 Hotels, Hostels and homestays for your selection.

Unawatuna to Colombo train time Table

Train NoTrain NameDepartureArrivalDays
8097Sagarika (Express Train)05:4008:17Monday to Friday
8057Galu Kumari (Long Distance)07:0409:32Daily
80658065 (Colombo Commuter)08:2711:02Sunday
80518051 (Colombo Commuter)15:1018:05Daily

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Travelling from Unawatuna to Colombo train is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. Few trains run between Unawatuna Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station daily, and there are operated 23 weekly trains from Unawatuna to Colombo.

In Unawatuna railway station to Colombo railway station, the train time duration between 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. Due to delays in train signals between stations, that time may increase when trains are delayed. But in most cases, the Unawatuna to Colombo train runs on time. (except during office hours).

unawatuna to colombo train
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Unawatuna to Colombo train Ticket price

Train travel is the most cost-effective method of travel between Unawatuna To Colombo fort. Train ticket starts price start to Rs. 125.00 (US $ 0.63).  Unawatuna to Colombo fort is a long train distance, and therefore Sri Lankan Railways operating train classes are 2nd and 3rd class.

Train ClassTicket Price
2nd ClassLKR   220.00 – US $ 1.10
3rd ClassLKR   125.00 – US $ 0.60

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 Unawatuna to Colombo train

BENTOTA TO GALLE TRAIN 2
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My personal opinion is you should not select the time Unawatuna 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 Unawatuna Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?

At present, there are no class boxes with first-class train seats from Unawatuna to Colombo fort. Train travel time from Unawatuna Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station is 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes, so there is a need to reserve seats. All you have to do is arrive an hour before the train you want to buy train tickets at the Unawatuna 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 Unawatuna Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?

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

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

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

If you are travelling from Unawatuna 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 125.00 LKR (US$ 0.63). If you use a different mode of transportation, you will have to pay more.

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

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

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

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