Express 8040 (Train #8040) is an operational 🚆 Express passenger service connecting Maradana (MDA) with Matara (MTR) along Sri Lanka's historic Main Line. With 17 scheduled passenger halts, the service completes its journey in approximately 4h 9m.
| Train Number | #8040 | Service Name | Express 8040 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Line | 👑Main Line🏖️Coastal Line | Service Type | 🚆Express |
| Route Corridor | Maradana (MDA) ➔ Matara (MTR) | Schedule and Duration | 08:00 ➔ 12:09 (4h 9m) |
| Operating Days | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Poya, Holiday | ||
| Buffet Car / Catering | Station Vendors Only | Observation Saloon | Not Attached |
| Sleeping Berths | Day Seating Only | ||
| Stop | Station | Arr. Time | Dep. Time | Halt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 08:00 | 08:00 | — | |
| 02 | 08:10 | 08:35 | 25 min | |
| 03 | 08:53 | 08:54 | 1 min | |
| 04 | 09:03 | 09:04 | 1 min | |
| 05 | 09:13 | 09:14 | 1 min | |
| 06 | 09:29 | 09:31 | 2 min | |
| 07 | 09:48 | 09:50 | 2 min | |
| 08 | 09:53 | 09:54 | 1 min | |
| 09 | 10:15 | 10:17 | 2 min | |
| 10 | 10:28 | 10:30 | 2 min | |
| 11 | 10:48 | 11:15 | 27 min | |
| 12 | 11:27 | 11:28 | 1 min | |
| 13 | 11:31 | 11:32 | 1 min | |
| 14 | 11:40 | 11:41 | 1 min | |
| 15 | 11:49 | 11:50 | 1 min | |
| 16 | 12:00 | 12:01 | 1 min | |
| 17 | 12:09 | 12:09 | — |
