Ministry of Internal Transport
Official Telephone Number: 0112 690 671
Official Fax Number: 0112 689 454
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Description
Colombo Fort Railway Station
This is the main railway station situated in the heart of Colombo. The building was built and put into operation in 1908. At present, the station consists of 10 platforms and caters 0.2 million passengers daily.
It consists of passenger waiting rooms, changing rooms (utility rooms) and cafeterias.
Station has special arrangements for disabled persons. The main seat reservation counter of the Sri Lanka Railways too is at the Colombo Fort Railway Station.
Special Service for tourists and others is being provided by Sri Lanka Railways by introducing a special coach to intercity and other express trains. This air-conditioned coach consists of very comfortable seats with television and wi-fi as services. Catering too has been included. This service has been launched with private sector participation