The average train between Galle Fort and Colombo takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Galle Fort to Colombo. 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 3 times a day between Galle Fort and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Galle Fort is at 3:35 PM which arrives into Colombo at 6:13 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galle Fort station and arriving at Colombo station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.
Galle Fort to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Galle station.
Galle Fort to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.
The distance between Galle Fort and Colombo is 109 km. The road distance is 116 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Galle to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 200–3,700 and the journey takes 2h 38m.
