Chilaw to Colombo Trains

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Duration	3h 18m
Distance	79.9 km
Average price	Rs. 1600
Frequency	3/day

Trip overview

The average train between Chilaw and Colombo takes 3h 18m 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.

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Chilaw
Colombo

3h 15m

Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600

Chilaw to Colombo train times

Trains run three times a day between Chilaw and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 11:18 in the morning, and the last departure from Chilaw is at 18:10 which arrives into Colombo at 22:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 7, 2025

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Departing Saturday, November 8, 2025

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Departing Sunday, November 9, 2025

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Departing Monday, November 10, 2025

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chilaw to Colombo? 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.

Is there a direct train between Chilaw and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chilaw and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

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How far is it from Chilaw to Colombo?

The distance between Chilaw and Colombo is 88 km. The road distance is 79.9 km.

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Where do I catch the Chilaw to Colombo train from?

Chilaw to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Chilaw station.

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Where does the Chilaw to Colombo train arrive?

Chilaw to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

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Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1447+ hotels available in Colombo.

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What companies run services between Chilaw and Colombo?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Chilaw to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Sri Lanka Railways

Ave. Duration

3h 15m

Frequency

3 times a day

Estimated price

Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600

Phone: +94 11 4 600 111
Website: seatreservation.railway.gov.lk

Train from Chilaw to Maradana

Ave. Duration: 3h 15m
Frequency: 3 times a day
Estimated price: Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600
Website: https://seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/

2nd Class Fare: Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1900
3rd Class Fare: Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1500
Air Conditioned Saloon: Rs. 2560 - Rs. 2580

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Yal Devi train at Kurunegala railway station

Ticket booths are Columbo station

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2nd class seats

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3rd class seats

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Batticaloa Line Exterior

Coastal Line Exterior

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