Kankesanthurai to Vavuniya Train Schedule
The train from Kankesanthurai to Vavuniya takes approximately 2h 47m–3h 47m. 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 (Vavuniya) | Duration | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 09:02 | 3h 17m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 09:02 | 3h 17m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 05:45 | 09:04 | 3h 19m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Uttara Devi#4018 | 09:45 | 12:32 | 2h 47m | 1st Class, 2nd Class |
| Yal Devi#4078 | 11:00 | 14:28 | 3h 28m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Queen of Jaffna#4022 | 15:35 | 18:22 | 2h 47m | 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4082 | 18:00 | 21:02 | 3h 2m | Sleeper, 2nd Class, 3rd Class |
| Night Mail#4090 | 20:00 | 23:47 | 3h 47m | 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 → Vavuniya
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
3h 17m
413 km journey
Arrival
09:02
Vavuniya
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Kankesanthurai → Vavuniya
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
3h 17m
413 km journey
Arrival
09:02
Vavuniya
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Kankesanthurai → Vavuniya
Departure
05:45
Kankesanthurai
3h 19m
413 km journey
Arrival
09:04
Vavuniya
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4018•Uttara Devi
Completed
Kankesanthurai → Vavuniya
Departure
09:45
Kankesanthurai
2h 47m
413 km journey
Arrival
12:32
Vavuniya
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class
SL
#4078•Yal Devi
Completed
Kankesanthurai → Vavuniya
Departure
11:00
Kankesanthurai
3h 28m
413 km journey
Arrival
14:28
Vavuniya
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4022•Queen of Jaffna
Upcoming
Kankesanthurai → Vavuniya
Departure
15:35
Kankesanthurai
2h 47m
413 km journey
Arrival
18:22
Vavuniya
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
1st Class2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4082•Night Mail
Upcoming
Kankesanthurai → Vavuniya
Departure
18:00
Kankesanthurai
3h 2m
413 km journey
Arrival
21:02
Vavuniya
Operating Days
📅Monday
📅Tuesday
📅Wednesday
📅Thursday
📅Friday
🎉Saturday
☀️Sunday
Available Classes
Sleeper2nd Class3rd Class
SL
#4090•Night Mail
Upcoming
Kankesanthurai → Vavuniya
Departure
20:00
Kankesanthurai
3h 47m
413 km journey
Arrival
23:47
Vavuniya
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 Vavuniya?
The train journey from Kankesanthurai to Vavuniya takes approximately 2h 47m to 3h 47m. There are 8 daily trains on this route.
What is the first and last train from Kankesanthurai to Vavuniya?
The first train departs at 05:45 and the last train departs at 20:00.
How much does a train ticket from Kankesanthurai to Vavuniya cost?
Ticket prices vary by class and train type.