The average train between Matara and Gampaha takes 8h 50m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Matara to Gampaha. 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 Gampaha. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Matara is at 2:05 PM which arrives into Gampaha at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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16h 25m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Matara to Gampaha? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Matara to Gampaha. However, there are services departing from Matara station and arriving at Gampaha station via Fort Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.
Matara to Gampaha train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matara station.
Matara to Gampaha train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.
The distance between Matara and Gampaha is 140.5 km. The road distance is 185 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matara to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 8m.