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Valaichchenai EP to Colombo trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Valaichchenai EP and Colombo takes 7h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 28m
Duration
319 km
Distance
Rs 1,600
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Valaichchenai EP to Colombo train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Valaichchenai EP and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 2:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Valaichchenai EP is at 8:58 PM which arrives into Colombo at 4:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 8h 2m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 7h 50m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 6h 32m • Direct
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    train train 8h 2m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 7h 50m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 6h 32m • Direct
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    train train 8h 2m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 7h 50m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 6h 32m • Direct
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    train train 8h 2m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 7h 50m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 6h 32m • Direct
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    train train 8h 2m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 7h 50m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 6h 32m • Direct
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    train train 8h 2m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 7h 50m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 6h 32m • Direct
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    train train 8h 2m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 7h 50m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo? 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.

Map of how to get from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 318.6 km
  • Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Valaichchenai EP, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Valaichchenai to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 6h 32m.

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