The average train between Colombo and Chenkalady takes 6h 24m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Chenkalady. 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 Chenkalady. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colombo is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Chenkalady at 3:32 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 24m. 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 Chenkalady station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 24m.
Colombo to Chenkalady train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.
Colombo to Chenkalady train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Eravur Station.
The distance between Colombo and Chenkalady is 214.2 km. The road distance is 335 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Eravur Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–11,000 and the journey takes 4h 32m.
