The average train between Colombo and Katunayake takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Katunayake. 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 Katunayake. The earliest departure is at 4:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Colombo is at 11:55 AM which arrives into Katunayake at 1:05 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 18m. 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 Katunayake station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.
Colombo to Katunayake train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.
Colombo to Katunayake train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Katunayake station.
The distance between Colombo and Katunayake is 26.4 km. The road distance is 31 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Katunayake 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 950–2,500 and the journey takes 1h 10m.
