Jaffna to Colombo Fort Train Schedule
The train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort takes approximately 5h 48m–9h 58m. 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 (Colombo Fort) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:47 | 12:49 | 6h 2m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:47 | 12:49 | 6h 2m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:49 | 12:49 | 6h 0m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Uttara Devi#4018 | 09:45 | 16:35 | 6h 50m | 1st Class, 2nd Class |
| Uttara Devi#4018 | 10:47 | 16:35 | 5h 48m | 1st Class, 2nd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 18:58 | 7h 58m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 18:58 | 7h 58m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 18:58 | 7h 58m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 18:58 | 7h 58m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 12:02 | 18:58 | 6h 56m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| A/C Intercity#4022 | 14:15 | 20:55 | 6h 40m | 1st Class A/C |
| A/C Intercity#4022 | 14:15 | 20:55 | 6h 40m | 1st Class A/C |
| Queen of Jaffna#4022 | 16:37 | 22:45 | 6h 8m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4082 | 19:02 | 05:00 | 9h 58m | Sleeper, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4090 | 21:02 | 04:00 | 6h 58m | 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 → Colombo Fort
Departure
06:47
Jaffna
6h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
12:49
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
06:47
Jaffna
6h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
12:49
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
06:49
Jaffna
6h 0m
413 km journey
Arrival
12:49
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4018•Uttara Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
09:45
Jaffna
6h 50m
398 km journey
Arrival
16:35
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class
SL
#4018•Uttara Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
10:47
Jaffna
5h 48m
413 km journey
Arrival
16:35
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
7h 58m
413 km journey
Arrival
18:58
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
7h 58m
413 km journey
Arrival
18:58
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
7h 58m
398 km journey
Arrival
18:58
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
7h 58m
398 km journey
Arrival
18:58
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
12:02
Jaffna
6h 56m
413 km journey
Arrival
18:58
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4022•A/C Intercity
Upcoming
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
14:15
Jaffna
6h 40m
398 km journey
Arrival
20:55
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class A/C
SL
#4022•A/C Intercity
Upcoming
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
14:15
Jaffna
6h 40m
398 km journey
Arrival
20:55
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class A/C
SL
#4022•Queen of Jaffna
Upcoming
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
16:37
Jaffna
6h 8m
413 km journey
Arrival
22:45
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4082•Night Mail
Upcoming
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
19:02
Jaffna
9h 58m
413 km journey
Arrival
05:00
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
Sleeper2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4090•Night Mail
Upcoming
Jaffna → Colombo Fort
Departure
21:02
Jaffna
6h 58m
413 km journey
Arrival
04:00
Colombo Fort
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
Sleeper2nd Class3rd 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 Jaffna to Colombo Fort?
The train journey from Jaffna to Colombo Fort takes approximately 5h 48m to 9h 58m. There are 15 daily trains on this route.
What is the first and last train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort?
The first train departs at 06:47 and the last train departs at 21:02.
How much does a train ticket from Jaffna to Colombo Fort cost?
Ticket prices vary by class and train type.