Jaffna to Anuradhapura Train Schedule
The train from Jaffna to Anuradhapura takes approximately 2h 45m–4h 32m. There are 15 daily trains on this route. The distance is 413 km. Tickets are available in 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class, 1st Class A/C, Sleeper.
Timetable Summary
| Train | Departs (Jaffna) | Arrives (Anuradhapura) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:47 | 10:02 | 3h 15m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:47 | 10:02 | 3h 15m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:49 | 10:04 | 3h 15m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Uttara Devi#4018 | 09:45 | 13:32 | 3h 47m | 1st Class, 2nd Class |
| Uttara Devi#4018 | 10:47 | 13:32 | 2h 45m | 1st Class, 2nd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 14:30 | 3h 30m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 14:30 | 3h 30m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 15:32 | 4h 32m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 15:32 | 4h 32m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 12:02 | 15:30 | 3h 28m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| A/C Intercity#4022 | 14:15 | 17:47 | 3h 32m | 1st Class A/C |
| A/C Intercity#4022 | 14:15 | 17:47 | 3h 32m | 1st Class A/C |
| Queen of Jaffna#4022 | 16:37 | 19:22 | 2h 45m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4082 | 19:02 | 22:02 | 3h 0m | Sleeper, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4090 | 21:02 | 01:32 | 4h 30m | Sleeper, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
Timetable last updated: June 2026 — Sourced from Sri Lanka Railways official schedule.
Detailed Train Information
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
06:47
Jaffna
3h 15m
413 km journey
Arrival
10:02
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
06:47
Jaffna
3h 15m
413 km journey
Arrival
10:02
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
06:49
Jaffna
3h 15m
413 km journey
Arrival
10:04
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4018•Uttara Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
09:45
Jaffna
3h 47m
398 km journey
Arrival
13:32
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class
SL
#4018•Uttara Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
10:47
Jaffna
2h 45m
413 km journey
Arrival
13:32
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
3h 30m
413 km journey
Arrival
14:30
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
3h 30m
413 km journey
Arrival
14:30
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
4h 32m
398 km journey
Arrival
15:32
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
4h 32m
398 km journey
Arrival
15:32
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
12:02
Jaffna
3h 28m
413 km journey
Arrival
15:30
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4022•A/C Intercity
Upcoming
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
14:15
Jaffna
3h 32m
398 km journey
Arrival
17:47
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class A/C
SL
#4022•A/C Intercity
Upcoming
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
14:15
Jaffna
3h 32m
398 km journey
Arrival
17:47
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class A/C
SL
#4022•Queen of Jaffna
Upcoming
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
16:37
Jaffna
2h 45m
413 km journey
Arrival
19:22
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4082•Night Mail
Upcoming
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
19:02
Jaffna
3h 0m
413 km journey
Arrival
22:02
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
Sleeper2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4090•Night Mail
Upcoming
Jaffna → Anuradhapura
Departure
21:02
Jaffna
4h 30m
413 km journey
Arrival
01:32
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
Sleeper2nd Class3rd Class
✅
Schedule verified against Sri Lanka Railways official data• Last updated: July 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the train from Jaffna to Anuradhapura?
The train journey from Jaffna to Anuradhapura takes approximately 2h 45m to 4h 32m. There are 15 daily trains on this route.
What is the first and last train from Jaffna to Anuradhapura?
The first train departs at 06:47 and the last train departs at 21:02.
How much does a train ticket from Jaffna to Anuradhapura cost?
Ticket prices vary by class and train type.