The journey at a glance
Find out Colombo Fort to Galle train timetable. From Pettah & Fort to Galle today, tomorrow & future dates schedule, 1st / 2nd / 3rd class ticket price, duration, stops & online booking.
There are several ways to get to Galle from Colombo, but the train is the best – it is time-saving, economical and scenic. Similar to other coastal trips, the Colombo to Galle train ride offers magnificent views of coastal villages and the Indian Ocean. Sit on the left side (west) for the best ocean views for the entire journey.
Train departures
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| Train No. | Train Name | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Days | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8060 | 8060 (Express) | 06:10 | 08:47 | 2h 37m | Weekend & Holidays | 1st, 2nd, 3rd |
| 8050 | 8050 (Express) | 06:50 | 09:30 | 2h 40m | Daily | Observation, 1st, 2nd |
| 8040 | 8040 (Express) | 08:35 | 12:14 | 3h 39m | Mon‑Sat | 2nd, 3rd |
| 8086 | Rajarata Rejini | 10:30 | 12:50 | 2h 20m | Daily | 1st, 2nd, 3rd |
| 8056 | Galu Kumari | 14:40 | 16:39 | 1h 59m | Daily | Observation, 2nd |
| 8054 | Dakshina Intercity | 15:10 | 16:53 | 1h 43m | Daily | 1st |
| 8058 | Ruhunu Kumari | 15:50 | 17:34 | 1h 44m | Daily | 1st, 2nd |
| 8094 | 8094 (Long Dist) | 16:30 | 18:31 | 2h 01m | Sunday only | 2nd, 3rd |
| 8760 | Samudra Devi | 17:30 | 19:48 | 2h 18m | Daily | 1st, 2nd |
| 8764 | Colombo Commuter | 17:51 | 20:27 | 2h 36m | Daily | 2nd, 3rd |
| 8064 | Colombo Commuter | 18:15 | 20:20 | 2h 05m | Saturday only | 2nd |
| 8766 | Express Train | 18:17 | 20:40 | 2h 23m | Mon‑Fri | 2nd, 3rd |
| 8775 | Night Mail | 19:30 | 22:58 | 3h 28m | Daily | 1st, 2nd, 3rd |
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Plan Your Journey – Duration, Best Train & Views
For fastest journey, take Dakshina Intercity (15:10) – only 1h43m from Colombo Fort to Galle. For best coastal views and photography, take 8050 (06:50) or 8056 (14:40) with observation saloon. Best ocean views are on left side (west) for entire Colombo to Galle journey. Colombo to Galle train duration varies from 1h43m to 3h39m.
Plan Your Departure from Colombo Fort (Pettah) Station
Colombo Fort station (also called Pettah station) is your departure point for Fort to Galle train time table and Pettah to Galle train time table. Arrive at least 30-45 minutes early for express trains. Journey is 2-3 hours – pack water and light snack. Sit on left side for best ocean views.
🚍 Bus Station Nearby
Galle Bus Stand is 500 m from the railway station – 5 min walk or 2 min tuk-tuk. Buses run to Colombo, Matara, Hikkaduwa, and Bentota.
Colombo to Galle Train Stops & Stations List
Major stops & stations list: Colombo Fort → Mount Lavinia → Kalutara South → Aluthgama → Ambalangoda → Hikkaduwa → Galle. Colombo to Galle train duration depends on stops – express trains stop less, commuter trains stop at all stations. Colombo to Galle train route is scenic coastal line.
If you overshoot Galle, next station is Unawatuna. Take train back – trains run frequently on this coastal line (every 30‑60 minutes).