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Trip Overview

The average train between Matara and Kandy takes 12h 24m and the fastest train takes 6h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Matara to Kandy. 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 24m
Duration
279 km
Distance
Rs 3,222
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Matara to Fort Stationtrain train Beliatta
  2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain train Colombo
7h 39m
Rs 1,440–8,853

Matara to Kandy train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Matara and Kandy. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Matara is at 2:05 PM which arrives into Kandy at 8:47 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 12h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 278.6 km
  • Duration: 12h 24m

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

You can take a train from Matara to Kandy via Fort Station in around 7h 39m.

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