Kankesanthurai to Jaffna Train Schedule
The train from Kankesanthurai to Jaffna takes approximately 1h 2m–1h 4m. 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 (Jaffna) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 06:47 | 1h 2m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 06:47 | 1h 2m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 06:49 | 1h 4m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Uttara Devi#4018 | 09:45 | 10:47 | 1h 2m | 1st Class, 2nd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 12:02 | 1h 2m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Queen of Jaffna#4022 | 15:35 | 16:37 | 1h 2m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4082 | 18:00 | 19:02 | 1h 2m | Sleeper, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4090 | 20:00 | 21:02 | 1h 2m | 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 → Jaffna
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
1h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
06:47
Jaffna
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Kankesanthurai → Jaffna
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
1h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
06:47
Jaffna
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Kankesanthurai → Jaffna
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
1h 4m
413 km journey
Arrival
06:49
Jaffna
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4018•Uttara Devi
Completed
Kankesanthurai → Jaffna
Departure
09:45
Kankesanthurai
1h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
10:47
Jaffna
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Kankesanthurai → Jaffna
Departure
11:00
Kankesanthurai
1h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
12:02
Jaffna
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4022•Queen of Jaffna
Upcoming
Kankesanthurai → Jaffna
Departure
15:35
Kankesanthurai
1h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
16:37
Jaffna
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4082•Night Mail
Upcoming
Kankesanthurai → Jaffna
Departure
18:00
Kankesanthurai
1h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
19:02
Jaffna
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
Sleeper2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4090•Night Mail
Upcoming
Kankesanthurai → Jaffna
Departure
20:00
Kankesanthurai
1h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
21:02
Jaffna
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 Jaffna?
The train journey from Kankesanthurai to Jaffna takes approximately 1h 2m to 1h 4m. There are 8 daily trains on this route.
What is the first and last train from Kankesanthurai to Jaffna?
The first train departs at 05:45 and the last train departs at 20:00.
How much does a train ticket from Kankesanthurai to Jaffna cost?
Ticket prices vary by class and train type.