The average train between Colombo and Talpe takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Talpe. 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 4 times a day between Colombo and Talpe. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colombo is at 6:17 PM which arrives into Talpe at 9:07 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 36m. 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 Talpe station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.
Colombo to Talpe train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.
Colombo to Talpe train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Talpe station.
The distance between Colombo and Talpe is 114.8 km. The road distance is 125 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Talpe 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 218–4,000 and the journey takes 2h 19m.
