The average train between Matara and Gampola takes 13h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Matara to Gampola. 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 twice daily between Matara and Gampola. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Matara is at 2:05 PM which arrives into Gampola at 9:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 13h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Matara to Gampola. However, there are services departing from Matara station and arriving at Gampola station via Fort Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 41m.
Matara to Gampola train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matara station.
Matara to Gampola train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Gampola station.
The distance between Matara and Gampola is 135.2 km. The road distance is 297 km.
You can take a train from Matara to Gampola via Fort Station in around 8h 14m.
