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Colombo to Madawachchiya trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Colombo and Madawachchiya takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Madawachchiya. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 28m
Duration
232 km
Distance
Rs 1,500
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Colombo to Madawachchiya train times

Trains run twice daily between Colombo and Madawachchiya. 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 Madawachchiya at 4:06 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    train train 4h 42m • Direct
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    train train 4h 16m • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    train train 4h 42m • Direct
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    train train 4h 16m • Direct

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 4h 42m • Direct
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    train train 4h 16m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 4h 42m • Direct
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    train train 4h 16m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 4h 42m • Direct
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    train train 4h 16m • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    train train 4h 42m • Direct
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    train train 4h 16m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Colombo to Madawachchiya? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 231.6 km
  • Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Madawachchiya, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Medawachchiya once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 4h 16m.

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