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Paranthan Railway Station

Paranthan Railway Station

පරන්තන්•பரந்தன்
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About Paranthan Station

Paranthan Railway Station (Station Code: PRN) is an active operational railway stop along Sri Lanka's historic Northern Line, situated in the Kilinochchi District of the Northern Province. Located approximately 341.2 kilometers from Colombo Fort, it serves daily commuter, regional, and express passenger rail services under Sri Lanka Railways.

Situated at an altitude of approximately 30 meters above mean sea level, the station features 2 Platforms, Lagoon Crossing with regular passenger departures connecting regional travelers throughout the corridor. Daily ticketing counters, waiting rooms, and local transportation connections operate continuously.

Station Details

Station NameParanthan(පරන්තන් / பரந்தன்)
Station CodePRN
Railway Line
🏛️Northern Line
Height Above Sea Level30 meters (98 ft)
Distance from Colombo Fort341.20 km
Track and Platform Setup2 Platforms (Lagoon Crossing)

Departing Trains from Paranthan

Today, Saturday 26 September

🌙Night Mail
🐢Slow
Daily
🚆Express
Tue, Thu, Sun
🚆Express
Mon, Wed, Fri
🐢Slow
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Facilities at/near Paranthan 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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