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Kilinochchi to Kandy trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Kilinochchi and Kandy takes 8h 33m and the fastest train takes 6h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Kilinochchi to Kandy. 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 33m
Duration
304 km
Distance
Rs 3,222
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  2. Take the train from Polgahawela to Kandytrain train Colombo
6h 35m
Rs 2,579–6,054

Kilinochchi to Kandy train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Kilinochchi and Kandy. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilinochchi is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Kandy at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 303.7 km
  • Duration: 8h 33m

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

You can take a train from Kilinochchi to Kandy via Polgahawela in around 6h 35m.

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