Kankesanthurai to Anuradhapura Train Schedule
The train from Kankesanthurai to Anuradhapura takes approximately 3h 47m–5h 32m. There are 8 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 (Kankesanthurai) | Arrives (Anuradhapura) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 10:02 | 4h 17m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 10:02 | 4h 17m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 10:04 | 4h 19m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Uttara Devi#4018 | 09:45 | 13:32 | 3h 47m | 1st Class, 2nd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 15:30 | 4h 30m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Queen of Jaffna#4022 | 15:35 | 19:22 | 3h 47m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4082 | 18:00 | 22:02 | 4h 2m | Sleeper, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4090 | 20:00 | 01:32 | 5h 32m | 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
Kankesanthurai → Anuradhapura
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
4h 17m
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
Kankesanthurai → Anuradhapura
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
4h 17m
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
Kankesanthurai → Anuradhapura
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
4h 19m
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
Kankesanthurai → Anuradhapura
Departure
09:45
Kankesanthurai
3h 47m
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
Kankesanthurai → Anuradhapura
Departure
11:00
Kankesanthurai
4h 30m
413 km journey
Arrival
15:30
Anuradhapura
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4022•Queen of Jaffna
Upcoming
Kankesanthurai → Anuradhapura
Departure
15:35
Kankesanthurai
3h 47m
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
Kankesanthurai → Anuradhapura
Departure
18:00
Kankesanthurai
4h 2m
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
Kankesanthurai → Anuradhapura
Departure
20:00
Kankesanthurai
5h 32m
413 km journey
Arrival
01:32
Anuradhapura
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 Kankesanthurai to Anuradhapura?
The train journey from Kankesanthurai to Anuradhapura takes approximately 3h 47m to 5h 32m. There are 8 daily trains on this route.
What is the first and last train from Kankesanthurai to Anuradhapura?
The first train departs at 05:45 and the last train departs at 20:00.
How much does a train ticket from Kankesanthurai to Anuradhapura cost?
Ticket prices vary by class and train type.