The average train between Matale and Negombo takes 11h 31m and the fastest train takes 6h 56m. There is at least one train per day from Matale to Negombo. 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 once daily between Matale and Negombo. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matale is at 6:20 AM which arrives into Negombo at 1:16 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 11h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Matale to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Matale station and arriving at Negombo station via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.
Matale to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matale station.
Matale to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.
The distance between Matale and Negombo is 91.4 km. The road distance is 157 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matale to Ragama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 4h 9m.
