The average train between Colombo and North Western takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to North Western. 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 twice daily between Colombo and North Western. 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 North Western at 2:40 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 58m. 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 North Western station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.
Colombo to North Western train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.
Colombo to North Western train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Galgamuwa station.
The distance between Colombo and North Western is 97.1 km. The road distance is 161 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Galgamuwa twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–5,500 and the journey takes 2h 50m.
