The average train between Chilaw and Fort takes 7h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Chilaw to Fort. 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 Fort. 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 Fort at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 29m • 1 change

3h 18m • 1 change
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15h 40m • 1 change

4h 29m • 1 change

3h 18m • 1 change
Arrives next day

15h 40m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Chilaw to Fort. However, there are services departing from Chilaw station and arriving at Fort station via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Chilaw to Fort train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Chilaw station.
Chilaw to Fort train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.
The distance between Chilaw and Fort is 71.5 km. The road distance is 84 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Chilaw to Ragama 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 2h 26m.