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Nawalapitiya Railway Station

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About Nawalapitiya Station

Nawalapitiya Railway Station (Station Code: NWL) is an active operational railway stop along Sri Lanka's historic Main Line, situated in the Kandy District of the Central Province. Located approximately 135.2 kilometers from Colombo Fort, it serves daily commuter, regional, and express passenger rail services under Sri Lanka Railways.

Situated at an altitude of approximately 582 meters above mean sea level, the station features 3 Platforms, Major Highland Depot with regular passenger departures connecting regional travelers throughout the corridor. Daily ticketing counters, waiting rooms, and local transportation connections operate continuously.

Station Details

Station NameNawalapitiya(නාවලපිටිය / நாவலப்பிட்டி)
Station CodeNVP
Railway Line
👑Main Line
Height Above Sea Level582 meters (1,909 ft)
Distance from Colombo FortCalculated via Line Chainage
Track and Platform SetupSingle Line / Platform Access

Departing Trains from Nawalapitiya

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🌙Night Mail
1st Class Sleeping Berths2nd Class Sleeping3rd Class
✨Tourist Express
1st Class A/C Observation2nd Class Reserved
🚆Express
1st Class Observation2nd Class3rd Class
🚆Express
1st Class A/C2nd Class3rd Class
✨Tourist Express
1st Class A/C Observation2nd Class Reserved

Facilities at/near Nawalapitiya 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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