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Trip Overview

The average train between Kankesanturai and Colombo takes 8h 29m and the fastest train takes 6h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Kankesanturai 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.

8h 29m
Duration
415 km
Distance
Rs 1,600
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Kankesanturai to Colombo train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Kankesanturai and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kankesanturai is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Colombo at 5:26 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    train train 7h 35m • Direct
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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 52m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 10h • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    train train 7h 35m • Direct
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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 52m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 10h • Direct

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    train train 7h 35m • Direct
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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 52m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 10h • Direct
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    train train 7h 35m • Direct
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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 52m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 10h • Direct

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    train train 7h 35m • Direct
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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 52m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 10h • Direct

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    train train 7h 35m • Direct
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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 52m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 10h • Direct

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    train train 7h 35m • Direct
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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 52m • Direct
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    train train 10h • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kankesanturai to Colombo? 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: 414.6 km
  • Duration: 8h 29m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kankesanturai to Colombo Fort 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 52m.

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