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Palaviya to Negombo trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Palaviya and Negombo takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Palaviya 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.

3h
Duration
93 km
Distance
Rs 1,400
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Palaviya to Negombo train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Palaviya and Negombo. The earliest departure is at 10:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Palaviya is at 4:55 PM which arrives into Negombo at 8:10 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 3h 15m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 3h 15m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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    train train 3h 19m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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    train train 3h 19m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 3h 15m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 3h 15m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 2h 37m • Direct
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    train train 3h 13m • Direct
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    train train 3h 15m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Palaviya to Negombo? 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.

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  • Distance: 93.3 km
  • Duration: 3h

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Palavi to Negombo 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 37m.

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