The average train between Kilinochchi and Colombo takes 6h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilinochchi 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 Kilinochchi and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 11:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilinochchi is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Colombo at 4:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kilinochchi station and arriving at Colombo station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 34m.
Kilinochchi to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kilinochchi station.
Kilinochchi to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.
The distance between Kilinochchi and Colombo is 279.2 km. The road distance is 331 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kilinochchi to Colombo Fort twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–11,000 and the journey takes 5h 29m.
