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Matara to Chilaw trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Matara and Chilaw takes 12h 7m and the fastest train takes 7h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Matara to Chilaw. 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 7m
Duration
241 km
Distance
Rs 3,222
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Matara to Maradanatrain train Beliatta
  2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Chilawtrain train Colombo
8h 17m
Rs 1,440–7,609

Matara to Chilaw train times

Trains run twice daily between Matara and Chilaw. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Matara is at 2:05 PM which arrives into Chilaw at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 12h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 241.1 km
  • Duration: 12h 7m

What companies run services between Matara, Sri Lanka and Chilaw, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Matara to Chilaw via Colombo Fort in around 8h 17m.

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