The average train between Chenkalady and Colombo takes 7h 51m and the fastest train takes 6h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Chenkalady to Colombo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Chenkalady and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 1:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Chenkalady is at 8:35 PM which arrives into Colombo at 4:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chenkalady station and arriving at Colombo station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 51m.
Chenkalady to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Eravur Station.
Chenkalady to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.
The distance between Chenkalady and Colombo is 214.2 km. The road distance is 336 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Eravur Station to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–11,000 and the journey takes 6h 55m.