The average train between Colombo and Gampola takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Gampola. 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 Gampola. 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 Gampola at 1:00 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 19m. 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 Gampola station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 19m.
Colombo to Gampola train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.
Colombo to Gampola train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Gampola station.
The distance between Colombo and Gampola is 83.5 km. The road distance is 140 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Gampola 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–4,400 and the journey takes 3h 6m.
