The average train between Colombo and Peradeniya takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Peradeniya. 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 5 times a day between Colombo and Peradeniya. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colombo is at 5:45 PM which arrives into Peradeniya at 8:47 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 49m. 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 Peradeniya station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.
Colombo to Peradeniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.
Colombo to Peradeniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Sarasavi Uyana station.
The distance between Colombo and Peradeniya is 89.9 km. The road distance is 116 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Sarasavi Uyana 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,700 and the journey takes 2h 29m.
