Jaffna to Kilinochchi Train Schedule
The train from Jaffna to Kilinochchi takes approximately 1h 0m–2h 18m. There are 10 daily trains on this route. The distance is 413 km. Tickets are available in 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class, Sleeper.
Timetable Summary
| Train | Departs (Jaffna) | Arrives (Kilinochchi) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:47 | 08:02 | 1h 15m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:47 | 08:02 | 1h 15m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 06:49 | 08:04 | 1h 15m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 12:16 | 1h 16m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 12:16 | 1h 16m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 13:18 | 2h 18m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 13:18 | 2h 18m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 12:02 | 13:16 | 1h 14m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4082 | 19:02 | 20:02 | 1h 0m | Sleeper, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4090 | 21:02 | 22:32 | 1h 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 → Kilinochchi
Departure
06:47
Jaffna
1h 15m
413 km journey
Arrival
08:02
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
06:47
Jaffna
1h 15m
413 km journey
Arrival
08:02
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
06:49
Jaffna
1h 15m
413 km journey
Arrival
08:04
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
1h 16m
413 km journey
Arrival
12:16
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
1h 16m
413 km journey
Arrival
12:16
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
2h 18m
398 km journey
Arrival
13:18
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
11:00
Jaffna
2h 18m
398 km journey
Arrival
13:18
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
12:02
Jaffna
1h 14m
413 km journey
Arrival
13:16
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4082•Night Mail
Upcoming
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
19:02
Jaffna
1h 0m
413 km journey
Arrival
20:02
Kilinochchi
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
Sleeper2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4090•Night Mail
Upcoming
Jaffna → Kilinochchi
Departure
21:02
Jaffna
1h 30m
413 km journey
Arrival
22:32
Kilinochchi
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 Kilinochchi?
The train journey from Jaffna to Kilinochchi takes approximately 1h 0m to 2h 18m. There are 10 daily trains on this route.
What is the first and last train from Jaffna to Kilinochchi?
The first train departs at 06:47 and the last train departs at 21:02.
How much does a train ticket from Jaffna to Kilinochchi cost?
Ticket prices vary by class and train type.