Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai Train Schedule
The train from Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai takes approximately 7h 10m–8h 40m. There are 4 daily trains on this route. The distance is 420 km. Tickets are available in 2nd Class, 3rd Class, 1st Class.
Timetable Summary
| Train | Departs (Colombo Fort) | Arrives (Kankesanthurai) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Night Mail#4089 | 00:47 | 08:30 | 7h 43m | 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4077 | 05:47 | 13:15 | 7h 28m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4077 | 06:40 | 15:20 | 8h 40m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Uttara Devi#4017 | 11:50 | 19:00 | 7h 10m | 1st Class, 2nd Class |
Timetable last updated: June 2026 — Sourced from Sri Lanka Railways official schedule.
Detailed Train Information
SL
#4089•Night Mail
Completed
Colombo Fort → Kankesanthurai
Departure
00:47
Colombo Fort
7h 43m
420 km journey
Arrival
08:30
Kankesanthurai
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4077•Yal Devi
Completed
Colombo Fort → Kankesanthurai
Departure
05:47
Colombo Fort
7h 28m
400 km journey
Arrival
13:15
Kankesanthurai
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4077•Yal Devi
Completed
Colombo Fort → Kankesanthurai
Departure
06:40
Colombo Fort
8h 40m
413 km journey
Arrival
15:20
Kankesanthurai
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4017•Uttara Devi
Completed
Colombo Fort → Kankesanthurai
Departure
11:50
Colombo Fort
7h 10m
413 km journey
Arrival
19:00
Kankesanthurai
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class
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Schedule verified against Sri Lanka Railways official data• Last updated: July 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the train from Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai?
The train journey from Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai takes approximately 7h 10m to 8h 40m. There are 4 daily trains on this route.
What is the first and last train from Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai?
The first train departs at 00:47 and the last train departs at 11:50.
How much does a train ticket from Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai cost?
Ticket prices vary by class and train type.