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Class M11 954 derailed near Peralanda railway station while assigned to Prima Wheat Flour Train operations. This marks the first derailment of a Class M11 locomotive in 2024 Read More
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2024-01-18 02:53
Sri Lanka Railways has recently announced that India would provide Sri Lanka with 20 decommissioned locomotives and 3 more locomotives for spare parts. These locomotives worth LKR 16 billion… Read More
2024-01-17 15:53
Maho Junction Railway Station (Mahawa Handhiya – මහව සංධිය) is situated in Maho town. Northern railway line branches to Batticaloa railw… Read More
2024-01-07 18:35
The inauguration ceremony for the second phase of the Maho - Omanthei railway track upgrade project took place today (2024-01-07) at Galgamuwa railway station. Indian High Commissioner, Tran… Read More
2024-01-07 17:52
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo Fort to Trincomalee
3. Train Timetable from Trincomalee to Colombo Fort… Read More
2023-12-30 07:46
Class S11 903 powerset refurbished by Aluthgama running shed had its debut trial run to Jaffna on 2023-12-28. The powerset did not go through a major overhaul but a fresh interior and exteri… Read More
2023-12-30 04:02
Galboda railway station is located at 152.8km along the Main Line between Inguruoya and Watawala railway stations in Nuwara Eliya district in the Central Province.Contact InformationGeneral… Read More
2023-12-26 14:41
There will be several changes to take place with the temporary closure of the Maho-Anuradhapura section for 6 months, starting January 7, 2024. This essential modernization effort aims to cr… Read More
2023-12-26 03:31
Welcome to Ella, a charming town nestled in the picturesque hills of Sri Lanka. Known for its lush green landscapes, scenic tea plantations, and friendly locals, Ella is a must-visit destina… Read More
2023-12-23 05:41
The Model Train Exhibition is rolling into Kandy City Center from December 22nd to 26th, and you won't want to miss it. From 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, get ready to dive into the world of "Model Ra… Read More
2023-12-15 14:53
Batticaloa Railway station is the terminus of the Track No 06 Batticaloa line in the Eastern province of Sri Lanka. Batticaloa Station was built in 1928. Batticaloa city is a major city in S… Read More
2023-12-07 16:46
SLR has officially announced the closure of the Maho - Anuradhapura section for six months, starting January 7, 2024. This closure marks the initiation of the final phase of the Maho - Omant… Read More
2023-11-17 02:33
A landslide has impacted the railway services near Diyatalawa railway station.As a result of this incident, all trains passing through the Upcountry railway line are expected to experience d… Read More
2023-10-24 07:07
Demodara Railway Station is situated between Ella Railway Station and Uduwara Railway Station on the Main railway line.
The station has only one platform with a crossing loop and all trains… Read More
2023-10-07 03:31
The first trial run of the Kelaniya Waste Transfer Station to Aruwakkalu. Seems like the operations of the project may kick start soon. 2023-10-05Images from Pradeep MendisRead morePower Car… Read More
2023-09-15 04:20
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo to
Talaimannar… Read More
2023-09-02 11:52
The inaugural meeting of the appointed committee for the restructuring of Sri Lanka Railways is scheduled for September 6th, 2023. Chaired by Mr. K.D.S. Chandraruwan, this significant event… Read More
2023-08-30 02:38
The Model Railway Club Sri Lanka successfully organized the highly anticipated Colombo Model Train Show 2023, which brought together model train enthusiasts, families, and curious minds of a… Read More
2023-08-01 06:54
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Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo to Badulla
3. Train Timetable from Badulla to Colombo
4. Colombo to Badulla Train Stops
5. Bad… Read More
2023-07-30 12:31
Kindly note that this page is currently under development.
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Mount Lavinia to Kankesanthurai… Read More
2023-07-30 11:00
The Ministry of Transport says a new train called "Yal Nila Odyssey" will begin operation between Mount Lavinia and Kankesanturai on the 4th of August.The train will initially operate on wee… Read More
2023-07-30 03:56
The Rajarata Rejini Express train, a popular daytime service connecting Anuradhapura and Beliatta, has received a significant upgrade. The train has been equipped with a Class S11 powerset… Read More
2023-07-27 02:30
As part of the "Zero Chance Campaign" by the Australian High Commission of Sri Lanka to promote safe migration to Australia, six railway wagons (TV-2, TC-4) were painted and repaired at Batt… Read More
2023-07-22 01:32
Medawachchiya Junction railway station is one of the important railway junctions in Sri Lanka. Mannar railway line and Jaffna railway line meet here.Contact informationGeneral Contact Number… Read More
2023-07-21 15:38
A rail bus completed a successful trial run from Madawachchiya Junction to Talaimannar Pier today. The trial run comes after a closure of approximately 7 months due to a recent track upgrade… Read More
2023-07-20 14:34
Contents
1. Contact Information
2. Additional Information
3. Train Timetable from Beliatta to Colombo
4. Train Timetable fr… Read More
2023-07-20 11:03
Ambewela Railway Station is situated between Nanu Oya Railway Station and Pattipola Railway Station on the Main railway line.
Ambewela Railway Station, located in the hill country of Sri La… Read More
2023-07-20 08:24
Anuradhapura Railway Station is one of the major railway stations on the Northern Railway Line.Contact InformationGeneral Contact Number+94252222271 AddressSri Barathindra Mawatha, Anu… Read More
2023-07-17 13:30
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo to Batticaloa
3. Train Timetable from Batticaloa to Colombo
4. Colombo to Batticaloa Train Stops
5. Batticaloa to Col… Read More
2023-07-17 08:09
Negombo Railway Station, located in Negombo, Sri Lanka, is a bustling transportation hub that serves as a gateway to the country's western coast.Contact Information
General Contact Number +9… Read More
2023-07-16 10:23
Following the recent upgrade of the Anuradhapura and Omanthai railway line, significant changes have been made to the train schedule on the Northern Railway Line. The improvements in infrast… Read More
2023-07-16 10:13
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura
3. Train Timetable from Anuradhapura to Colombo Fort
4. Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Train Stops… Read More
2023-07-16 08:17
Contents
1. Contact Information
2. Additional Information
3. Train Schedule from Colombo to Kandy… Read More
2023-07-16 06:28
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai
3. Train Timetable from Kankesanthurai to Colombo Fort
4. Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai Train S… Read More
2023-07-16 04:01
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo to Kankesanthurai
3. Train Timetable from Kankesanthurai to Colombo
4. Colombo to Kankesanthurai Train Stops
5. Kanke… Read More
2023-07-15 22:49
Kankesanthurai Railway Station, located in northern Sri Lanka, serves as a vital transportation hub connecting the Jaffna Peninsula to the rest of the country, and it's the last railway stat… Read More
2023-07-13 11:05
The renovated railway line from Anuradhapura to Omanthai was declared open by Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardana today (13).The railway track was closed for nearly 6 months for renovatio… Read More
2023-05-13 08:24
Yesterday(12) an incredible fleet happened. After its last journey to Kandy back in 2007 with an oil train, Class M4 756 reached Kandy yesterday hauling Matara-Kandy train, it had been a tot… Read More
2023-05-12 17:05
The Sri Lanka Railways M4 is a class of diesel-electric locomotive manufactured in Canada by Montreal Locomotive Works. Fourteen of the manufacturers’ model MX-620 were imported in 197… Read More
2023-04-27 08:59
Galgamuwa Railway Station is a small railway station located in Galgamuwa town in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka. The station is a part of the Northern Line which connects the capit… Read More
2023-04-26 13:27
Sri Lanka is a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean that is known for its natural beauty, exotic wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. One of the most prominent historical landmar… Read More
2023-04-14 17:43
The train journey from Colombo to Kandy is one of the most scenic and popular train routes in Sri Lanka. The train winds through lush green hills and plantations, offering breathtaking views… Read More
2023-04-11 15:32
The Colombo to Anuradhapura train timetable offers several daily train services, providing convenient and affordable transportation between the cities. The journey takes around 4-5 hours, an… Read More
2023-04-11 14:30
The Temple of the Tooth, also known as Sri Dalada Maligawa(ශ්රී දළදා මාලිගාව), is a significant… Read More
2023-04-07 18:07
Udaya Devi connection train from Gal-oya to Trincomalee derailed on April 7th causing damages to the railway track and a few wagons. Several passengers including train guards reportedly got… Read More
2023-02-10 09:46
As a much more profitable and convenient substitute to using trains to meet the transportation facilities between major cities in areas with low passenger necessities, the Sri Lankan rail bu… Read More
2023-02-07 08:37
Model Railway Association - Sri Lanka is inviting you to join Model Railroader's Day 2023 on Saturday 18th February.You can read more details on the event below: Model rail images:Images are… Read More
2023-02-06 14:47
A car driven carelessly by the driver through an unsafe crossing on the Borolla road in Kamburugamuwa collided with the express train number 8039 running from Matara to Kandy.A 34-year-old m… Read More
2023-02-06 02:51
The Seethawaka Odyssey train, which set off on its first voyage on January 15th, will soon be available for the enjoyment and convenience of its long-awaited travelers! The train will commen… Read More
2023-02-05 10:26
The Sri Lankan Railway together with the mighty help of patriotic Sri Lankan citizens from different corners of the island put forth their selfless effort at ensuring that the 75th Independe… Read More
2023-01-17 15:44
Seethawaka Odyssey train is the latest addition to tourist train services of Sri Lanka Railways. The train operates from Colombo Fort to Waga on the Kelani Valley line.Kindly note that the t… Read More
2023-01-15 06:22
The ‘Seethawaka Odyssey’, a tourist train service from Colombo Fort to the Waga Railway Station, commenced operations today, January 15 at Colombo Fort Railway Station. The train… Read More
2023-01-08 03:12
2023-01-08The reconstruction project of Anuradhapura - Omanthai railway line commenced today.The project will be done by IRCON International, the Indian Railways’ construction company… Read More
2022-09-09 01:53
In memory of Queen Elizabeth II: Just five months after her coronation, Queen Elizabeth II engaged in a royal visit to Sri Lanka. This was the first visit to Sri Lanka by a reigning monarch… Read More
2022-09-07 08:10
The Sri Lanka Railways has added two more train journeys to the “Ella Odyssey” train due to high passenger demand.The additional train journeys will be added to the schedule from… Read More
2022-09-04 08:33
Yal Rani ("Yarl Rani", "யாழ்ராணி") is a local train that operates daily between Kankesanthurai railway station and Murukandy railway station… Read More
2022-03-16 18:16
The President had an inspection tour to the Chief Mechanical Engineer's Sub Department and the Maligawatta Railway Yard of the Department of Railways, Dematagoda, Colombo, today (16). The Pr… Read More
2022-03-06 20:03
The new train service which is focused on tourism was launched on Friday (05) at Kandy railway station. The inauguration ceremony was held under the patronage of Transport State Minist… Read More
2022-03-02 03:46
Sri Lanka Railways plans to add a new train called "Ella Odyssey" from Kandy to Demodara starting from the 5th of March 2022. The train will leave Kandy in the morning and return in the even… Read More
2022-03-01 19:23
Ella Odyssey Special train runs daily between Kandy railway station and Demodara railway station. It stops at the most popular tourist attractions from Kandy to Demodara. The train will only… Read More
2022-02-21 06:42
Sri Lanka Railways has enabled online ticket booking for several Intercity, Express, Night Mail, and Slow Trains.Please use the below link to book your train ticket online: https://seatreser… Read More
2022-02-19 06:25
The General Manager of the Sri Lanka Railways, Dammika Jayasundara stated that passengers can book railway tickets online from the 18th of February, 2022. (According to News 1st)The online t… Read More
2022-02-18 06:18
The mixed train (No 1126) running from Kandy to Badulla has derailed near Rozella railway station causing delays on the upcountry railway line. (18)Railway workers are already working on re… Read More
2022-02-18 06:00
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa instructed the officials to rectify the technical faults in train compartments imported during the previous government's tenure and put them into operative statu… Read More
2022-02-18 05:23
Office train running from Kurunegala to Colombo Fort derailed at Veyangoda today morning(18).Train services on the mainline will face delays due to the derailment. Photos from Shehan Lakshit… Read More
2022-02-16 08:33
Kurana - Negombo Double railway line was declared open for the public by the Minister of Transport, Mrs. Pavithra Wanniarachchi with the participation of special guests today. (16)Photos fro… Read More
2022-02-14 13:03
An Oil train running from Kolonnawa to Katunayake Airport hit a car at Kapuwatta railway station today morning(14). The car reportedly ignored the railroad crossing signal and tried to drive… Read More
2022-02-05 20:14
Batticaloa bound ‘Udaya Devi’ Express Train derailed yesterday evening (05) after colliding with a tipper truck on the level crossing at Kadawathmaduwa in Welikanda.The tipper tr… Read More
2022-02-04 04:17
Train no 8365 running from Aluthgama to Puttlam derailed at Kalutara South railway station yesterday (04).The train was canceled due to the derailment.Photo credits: Jaslan Jaleel Read More
2022-02-04 04:06
A couple has been injured after falling off a train near tunnel no 31 between Ohiya and Idalgashinna on the Udarata Menike Express train.It is said that the French couple had met with this a… Read More
2022-02-01 16:03
Four individuals traveling in a three-wheeler have died after being hit by Vavuniya-bound Rajarata Rajina Express train at a level crossing at Rillamba Junction in Boossa, Galle.The accident… Read More
2022-01-29 16:48
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo to Batticaloa
3. Train Timetable from Batticaloa to Colombo
4. Colombo to Batticaloa Train Stops
5. Batticaloa to Col… Read More
2022-01-10 04:40
A ceremony to add a fully air-conditioned powerset to Mount Lavinia - Kankesanthurai Intercity Express train was held yesterday (09) with the participation of Hon. Minister of Transport, Mrs… Read More
2022-01-07 17:02
Contents
1. General Information
2. Train Timetable from Colombo to Badulla
3. Train Timetable from Badulla to Colombo
4. Colombo to Badulla Train Stops
5. Badulla to Colombo Train S… Read More
2021-12-15 03:20
The semi-express train 1527/8730 traveling from Rambukkana to Colombo Fort collided with a tipper truck near the Mirigama railway gate at around 5.35 am today.Train drivers were unharmed aft… Read More
2021-11-26 02:26
There will be 2 temporary changes to the following train services due to track maintenance in Northern and Eastern railway lines from 27th to 28th of November.Uttara Devi Intercity Express t… Read More
2021-11-23 06:43
Below is the list of trains that are currently operating between Kandy and Colombo from 2021/11/22.Colombo to Kandy3:35 PM - Intercity Express(1029)
4:35 PM - Senkadagala Manike(1035)
5:10 P… Read More
2021-11-17 06:05
[2021-11-17 @ 11:26 AM] Railway workers have built a 39 feet long temporary bridge to restore railway services on the Mainline within 33 hours after the incident.The track repair works are s… Read More
2021-11-17 05:16
The first set of two S13A powersets has arrived in Sri Lanka from India.Class S13A powersets are fully air-conditioned and these powersets will use for KKS Intercity Express train replacing… Read More
2021-11-14 06:00
A sinkhole opened up underneath the Mainline near Vijaya Rajadahana railway station yesterday(13), causing delays for rail services.Passengers are advised to use alternative transport method… Read More
2021-11-13 02:57
Railway workers are currently working to reopen the damaged upcountry railway line near Kadigamuwa railway station.The railway line near Kadigamuwa railway station was damaged due to a lands… Read More
2021-11-11 17:50
Class S14A power cars went on a trial run to Galle with Class S14 compartments on 10th November.Photo from Haleef IsmailPower Cars For Aruwakkalu Waste Processing FacilityPower cars speciall… Read More
2021-11-09 17:28
Fully air conditioned powerset, Class S13A was spotted at ICF while getting its final touches before departing from India.Images are from Siva Karthi Read More
2021-11-09 17:04
Train services from Rambukkana to Kandy and Badulla have been suspended until further notice due to a landslide at Kadigamuwa railway station Read More
2021-11-07 04:36
The "Nanuoya Railway Retirement Room" is a great accommodation option for travelers who are planning to stay in Nanu Oya.This place is fully managed by Nanu Oya Station (Sri Lanka Railways)… Read More
2021-11-07 03:40
Sealed bids are invited by the Chairman, Departmental Procurement Committee on behalf of Department of Sri Lanka Railways from qualified bidders for maintaining services at the following Goo… Read More
2021-11-06 03:45
Secretariat Halt Railway Station is the first railway halt you can find on the Coastal railway line and it's situated between Slave Island Railway Station and Colombo Fort Railway Station.Co… Read More
2021-11-05 09:48
Slave Island Railway Station (also known as Kompanna Vidiya Railway Station) is one of the busiest railway stations on the Coastal railway line situated between Dehiwala Railway Station and… Read More
2021-11-05 09:16
Wellawatte Railway Station is one of the busiest railway stations on the Coastal railway line situated between Dehiwala Railway Station and Bambalapitiya Railway Station.Contact InformationG… Read More
2021-11-05 08:54
Bambalapitiya Railway Station is one of the busiest railway stations on the Coastal railway line situated between Kollupitiya Railway Station and Wellawatte Railway Station.Contact Informati… Read More
2021-11-05 08:39
Kollupitiya Railway Station is one of the busiest railway stations on the Coastal railway line situated between Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Slave Island Railway Station.Contact Informa… Read More
2021-11-04 03:14
Chilaw Railway Station is one of the famous railway stations on the Puttalam railway line.
Contact Information
General Contact Number +94322222271 Address Chilaw
Additional I… Read More
2021-10-24 04:01
Transport Minister Pavithra stated that train services within the provinces will resume from October 25 and it is possible to resume Inter-provincial train services from November 1.Transport… Read More
2021-10-15 02:19
Sri Lanka Railways to receive its last Class S13 DMU set by end of October 2021. The DMU will be numbered as Class S13A 993-994.Class S13A looks like a full AC DMU and SLR will most probably… Read More
2021-10-14 06:45
Dehiwala Railway Station is one of the busiest railway stations on the Coastal railway line situated between Bambalapitiya Railway Station and Mount Lavinia Railway Station.
Contact Infor… Read More
2021-10-14 05:51
Phase 2 of - The Dehiwala Railway Station landscaping & tree planting project was successfully carried out on the 2nd October, 2021 by Citigardens CSR team and volunteers and some privat… Read More
2021-08-25 14:42
Progress of the 100 railway coaches refurbishment project by Tantri. Photos were taken during recent trial run to Galle.Source: Tantri Facebook Page Read More
2021-07-31 19:05
Below is the list of inter-provincial train services that will operate from 2nd of August 2021 for essential service workers. Please note that the below schedules may change depending… Read More
2021-07-31 05:40
Contents
1.General Information
2.Train Timetable from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa
3.Train Timetable from Batticaloa to Colombo Fort
4.Colombo Fort to Batticaloa Train Stops
5.Battica… Read More
2021-07-30 15:35
A collection of photos which were taken at Prima Flour Siding at Seeduwa. Read moreNewly Built Siding Tracks in SeeduwaNewly Built “Prima Factory” Siding Tracks in Seeduwa. The p… Read More
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