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Trains from Galle to Colombo

Trains from Galle to Colombo depart regularly throughout the day from the early morning until the mid-afternoon.

Trains depart from Galle train station in southern Sri Lanka and arrive at the Colombo Fort train station in central Colombo.

The travel time on trains from Galle to Colombo is less than three hours if there are no delays along the way.

There are two seating classes on trains to Colombo: 2nd class and 3rd class.

Trains that travel this route can get very crowded, so make sure to arrive at the station well in advance to get a seat on the train. If you want views of the sea as you travel, sit on the left side of the train.

Train tickets can be purchased at the ticket booths at the Galle train station, and are needed to enter the station platforms.

Single tickets for trains from Galle to Colombo cost 180 rupees for second class.


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