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Batticaloa to Negombo trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Batticaloa and Negombo takes 23h 11m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Batticaloa to Negombo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

23h 11m
Duration
359 km
Distance
Rs 3,333
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Batticaloa to Negombo train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Batticaloa and Negombo. The service departs Batticaloa at 6:10 AM in the morning, which arrives into Negombo at 05:21:00. All services require a transfer at Ragama and take an average of 23h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Batticaloa to Negombo? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 359 km
  • Duration: 23h 11m

What companies run services between Batticaloa, Sri Lanka and Negombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Batticaloa to Ragama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 8h 36m.

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