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Colombo to Welikanda trains

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The average train between Colombo and Welikanda takes 5h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Colombo to Welikanda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 11m
Duration
284 km
Distance
Rs 1,600
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Colombo to Welikanda train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Colombo and Welikanda. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colombo is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Welikanda at 2:17 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    train train 5h 11m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 3h 17m • Direct

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    train train 7h 5m • Direct
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    train train 5h 11m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 3h 17m • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    train train 7h 5m • Direct
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    train train 5h 11m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 3h 17m • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    train train 7h 5m • Direct
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    train train 5h 11m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 3h 17m • Direct

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    train train 7h 5m • Direct
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    train train 5h 11m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 3h 17m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    train train 7h 5m • Direct
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    train train 5h 11m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 3h 17m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    train train 7h 5m • Direct
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    train train 5h 11m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 3h 17m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Colombo to Welikanda? 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: 284 km
  • Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Welikanda, North Central, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Welikanda 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 3h 17m.

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