Colombo to Anuradhapura Train Timetable

The Colombo to Anuradhapura train timetable offers several daily train services, providing convenient and affordable transportation between the cities. The journey takes around 4-5 hours, and passengers can choose between different train types, and classes, including A/C first-class, second-class, and third-class seats.

Train schedule from Colombo to Anuradhapura

Train Number	Train Name	Train Type	Frequency	Classes	Arrival/Colombo Fort	Departure/Colombo Fort	Arrival/Anuradhapura
4077	Yal Devi	Express	Daily	AC/2nd/3rd	06:19	06:35	10:40
4017	Uttara Devi	Intercity	Daily	AC/2nd/3rd	11:40	11:50	15:29
4085	Rajarata Rejini	Express	Daily	2nd/3rd	13:15	13:15	18:22
4089	Jaffna Night Mail	Night Mail	Daily	2nd/3rd	20:00	20:00	00:25

Last updated: 2023-04-11

Tips when taking the trains

Take Yal Devi train if you want to reach Anuradhapura in the morning. It offers A/C first class(booking), 2nd class(booking/normal), and 3rd class(booking/normal). This train stops at many railway stations. Usually, it gets late to arrive at Anuradhapura.

Uttara Devi is an intercity train. It offers A/C first class(booking), 2nd class(booking/normal), and 3rd class(booking/normal). This train uses a powerset so you can enjoy a comfortable ride compared to other trains.

Rajarata Rejini usually gets crowded as it starts from Beliatta. There's an engine change at Colombo railway station which takes around 15-20 minutes. Pro tip: this train never comes on time.

If you planning to visit Anuradhapura at night, your only option is to take the night mail.