The average train between Colombo and Chilaw takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Chilaw. 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 Chilaw. The earliest departure is at 4:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Colombo is at 5:18 PM which arrives into Chilaw at 7:48 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 3m. 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 Chilaw station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 3m.
Colombo to Chilaw train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.
Colombo to Chilaw train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Chilaw station.
The distance between Colombo and Chilaw is 71.4 km. The road distance is 82 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Chilaw 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,575 and the journey takes 3h 4m.
