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Matara to Negombo trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Matara and Negombo takes 10h 37m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Matara to Negombo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 37m
Duration
196 km
Distance
Rs 3,022
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 Negombotrain train Colombo
6h 34m
Rs 1,340–7,509

Matara to Negombo train times

Trains run twice daily between Matara and Negombo. 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 Negombo at 5:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 196.5 km
  • Duration: 10h 37m

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

You can take a train from Matara to Negombo via Colombo Fort in around 6h 34m.

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