The average train between Colombo and Kurunegala takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Kurunegala. 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 Kurunegala. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colombo is at 11:50 AM which arrives into Kurunegala at 1:30 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 48m. 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 Kurunegala station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.
Colombo to Kurunegala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.
Colombo to Kurunegala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kurunegala station.
The distance between Colombo and Kurunegala is 83.7 km. The road distance is 95 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Kurunegala 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 40m.
