The average train between Colombo and Ambawela takes 7h 6m and the fastest train takes 6h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Ambawela. 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 Colombo and Ambawela. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colombo is at 9:45 AM which arrives into Ambawela at 4:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo station and arriving at Ambawela station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 6m.
Colombo to Ambawela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.
Colombo to Ambawela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ambewela station.
The distance between Colombo and Ambawela is 106.7 km. The road distance is 231 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Ambewela 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 6h 38m.
