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Colombo to Wattala trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Colombo and Wattala takes 23 min and the fastest train takes 22 min. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Wattala. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

23 min
Duration
8 km
Distance
Rs 1,300
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Colombo to Wattala train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Colombo and Wattala. The earliest departure is at 4:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Colombo is at 11:55 AM which arrives into Wattala at 12:17 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 23 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 26 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 26 min • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 26 min • Direct

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 26 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 26 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 26 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 26 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Colombo to Wattala? 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: 8.1 km
  • Duration: 23 min

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Hunupitiya 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 22 min.

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