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Ja-Ela Railway Station

Ja-Ela Railway Station

ජා-ඇල•ஜா-எல
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About Ja-Ela Station

Ja-Ela Railway Station (Station Code: JLA) is an active operational railway stop along Sri Lanka's historic Puttalam Line, situated in the Gampaha District of the Western Province. Located approximately 22.8 kilometers from Colombo Fort, it serves daily commuter, regional, and express passenger rail services under Sri Lanka Railways.

Situated at an altitude of approximately 7 meters above mean sea level, the station features 2 Platforms, Suburban Commuter Hub with regular passenger departures connecting regional travelers throughout the corridor. Daily ticketing counters, waiting rooms, and local transportation connections operate continuously.

Station Details

Station NameJa-Ela(ජා-ඇල / ஜா-எல)
Station CodeJLA
Railway Line
⛵Puttalam Line
Height Above Sea Level7 meters (23 ft)
Distance from Colombo Fort22.80 km
Track and Platform Setup2 Platforms (Suburban Commuter Hub)

Departing Trains from Ja-Ela

Today, Saturday 26 September

🐢Slow
04:46
Ja-Ela
Daily
🐢Slow
05:41
Ja-Ela
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
🐢Slow
05:46
Ja-Ela
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
06:20
Negombo
🐢Slow
06:21
Ja-Ela
Daily
08:28
Chilaw
🚄Semi Express
06:51
Ja-Ela
Weekdays Only
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Facilities at/near Ja-Ela Station

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Ticket Reservation Counter

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Waiting Rooms

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Passenger Restrooms

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Tuk-Tuk and Taxi Stand

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