The average train between Chilaw and Colombo takes 3h 13m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Chilaw 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 Chilaw and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 11:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chilaw is at 6:10 PM which arrives into Colombo at 10:00 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chilaw station and arriving at Colombo station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.
Chilaw to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Chilaw station.
Chilaw to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.
The distance between Chilaw and Colombo is 71.4 km. The road distance is 82 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Chilaw to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,580 and the journey takes 3h 2m.