Kankesanthurai to Kilinochchi Train Schedule
The train from Kankesanthurai to Kilinochchi takes approximately 2h 2m–2h 32m. There are 6 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 (Kilinochchi) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 08:02 | 2h 17m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 08:02 | 2h 17m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 08:04 | 2h 19m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 13:16 | 2h 16m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4082 | 18:00 | 20:02 | 2h 2m | Sleeper, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4090 | 20:00 | 22:32 | 2h 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 → Kilinochchi
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
2h 17m
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
Kankesanthurai → Kilinochchi
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
2h 17m
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
Kankesanthurai → Kilinochchi
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
2h 19m
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
Kankesanthurai → Kilinochchi
Departure
11:00
Kankesanthurai
2h 16m
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
Kankesanthurai → Kilinochchi
Departure
18:00
Kankesanthurai
2h 2m
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
Kankesanthurai → Kilinochchi
Departure
20:00
Kankesanthurai
2h 32m
413 km journey
Arrival
22:32
Kilinochchi
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 Kilinochchi?
The train journey from Kankesanthurai to Kilinochchi takes approximately 2h 2m to 2h 32m. There are 6 daily trains on this route.
What is the first and last train from Kankesanthurai to Kilinochchi?
The first train departs at 05:45 and the last train departs at 20:00.
How much does a train ticket from Kankesanthurai to Kilinochchi cost?
Ticket prices vary by class and train type.