The average train between Welikanda and Colombo takes 6h 37m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Welikanda 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.
Trains run 3 times a day between Welikanda and Colombo. The earliest departure is at 3:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Welikanda is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Colombo at 4:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Welikanda station and arriving at Colombo station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 6h 37m.
Welikanda to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Welikanda station.
Welikanda to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.
The distance between Welikanda and Colombo is 190.9 km. The road distance is 285 km.
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Welikanda to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–9,000 and the journey takes 5h 39m.
