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Matale to Ratmalana trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Matale and Ratmalana takes 12h 45m and the fastest train takes 10h 44m. There is at least one train per day from Matale to Ratmalana. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 45m
Duration
164 km
Distance
Rs 3,222
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Matale to Ratmalana train times

Trains run once daily between Matale and Ratmalana. The service departs Matale at 6:20 AM in the morning, which arrives into Ratmalana at 17:04:00. All services require a transfer at Colombo Fort and take an average of 12h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways10h 44m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways24h 52m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways10h 44m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways10h 44m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways10h 44m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways10h 44m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Sri Lanka RailwaysSri Lanka Railways10h 44m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Matale to Ratmalana? 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: 163.5 km
  • Duration: 12h 45m

What companies run services between Matale, Sri Lanka and Ratmalana, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matale to Colombo Fort once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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