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Kandy to Chilaw trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Kandy and Chilaw takes 9h 7m and the fastest train takes 6h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Kandy to Chilaw. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 7m
Duration
201 km
Distance
Rs 3,222
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Kandy to Maradanatrain train Kandy / ...
  2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Chilawtrain train Colombo
6h 30m
Rs 2,474–6,347

Kandy to Chilaw train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Kandy and Chilaw. The earliest departure is at 4:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Kandy is at 4:50 PM which arrives into Chilaw at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 201 km
  • Duration: 9h 7m

What companies run services between Kandy, Sri Lanka and Chilaw, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Kandy to Chilaw via Colombo Fort in around 6h 30m.

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