The average train between Matara and Colombo takes 3h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Matara 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 Matara and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Matara is at 2:05 PM which arrives into Colombo at 6:13 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Matara station and arriving at Colombo station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 56m.
Matara to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matara station.
Matara to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.
The distance between Matara and Colombo is 133.4 km. The road distance is 157 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matara to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 4h 8m.
