Anuradhapura Railway Station
Anuradhapura Railway station is the 21st Railway station on the Northern line from Colombo Fort and opened in 1903. This Railway station code is ANP with an altitude of 100 m height above mean sea level. Anuradhapura railway station has been located between Anuradhapura Town and Mihintale Junction railway stations in the Anuradhapura district. This article guides you to travel between Anuradhapura to Colombo train easily.
Anuradhapura Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station distance is 206.8 km. On the way from Anuradhapura Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station, you can see the inner beauty of Sri Lanka.
ANURADHAPURA RAILWAY STATION TELEPHONE NUMBER: 025-2222271
If you are accommodated near the Anuradhapura area, you can come to Anuradhapura train station in few minutes. If you wish to stay in the Anuradhapura area, there are more than 100 Hotels, Hostels and homestays for your selection.
Anuradhapura to Colombo train time Table
| Train No | Train Name | Departure | Arrival | Days |
| 5068 | 5068 (Long Distance) | 01.10 | 06.00 | Daily |
| 4086 | Rajarata Rejini (Express Train) | 05.00 | 10.20 | Daily |
| 4004 | Intercity | 06.40 | 10.36 | Daily |
| 4018 | Uttara Devi (Intercity) | 09.15 | 12.55 | Daily |
| 5868 | 5868 (Long Distance) | 10.50 | 16.05 | Daily |
| 4094 | 4094 (Long Distance) | 11.55 | 16.25 | Sunday |
| 4078 | Yal Devi (Long Distance) | 13.50 | 18.32 | Daily |
| 4022 | Intercity (AC Intercity) | 16.32 | 20.00 | Daily |
| 4090 | Night Mail (Night Mail Train) | 23.10 | 04.05 | Daily |
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Travelling from Anuradhapura to Colombo train is easy because of the efficient rail connectivity. Many trains run between Anuradhapura Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station daily, and there are operated 57 weekly trains from Anuradhapura to Colombo.
In Anuradhapura railway station to Colombo railway station, the train time duration between 4 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes. Due to delays in train signals between stations, that time may increase when trains are delayed. But in most cases, the Anuradhapura to Colombo train runs on time. (except during office hours).
Anuradhapura to Colombo train Ticket price (From 25/07/2022)
Train travel is the most cost-effective method of travel between Anuradhapura To Colombo fort. Train ticket starts price start to Rs. 360.00 (US $ 1.00). Anuradhapura To Colombo fort is a long train distance, and therefore Sri Lankan Railways operating train classes are 1st, 2nd and 3rd class.
| Train Class | Ticket Price |
| 2nd Class | LKR 750.00 – US $ 2.10 |
| 3rd Class | LKR 360.00 – US $ 1.00 |
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You can book train tickets from Anuradhapura to Colombo Fort on the 12go website in advance. – Train ticket start price is US$ 24.00
Also, you can reserve a train ticket from DIALOG with convenience and ease any time any were by just Dialing 444 on your DIALOG mobile from any postpaid or prepaid connection.
Best time travel to Anuradhapura to Colombo train
My personal opinion is you should not select trains from Anuradhapura to Colombo the time between 06.30 am to 08.30 am. Because during this period, the natives use it for their jobs and daily activities. If you select the time after 08.30 am to 04.00 pm and 06.00 pm to 8.00 pm you will be able to travel easily.
General Questions
1. Can I reserve first-class seats from Anuradhapura Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?
At present, there are class boxes with 1st class train seats from Anuradhapura to Colombo fort. Train travel time from Anuradhapura Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station is 4 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes, so there is a need to reserve seats. You can book train tickets from Anuradhapura to Colombo Fort on the 12go website in advance, or you have to do is arrive an hour before the train you want to buy train tickets at the Anuradhapura train station.
Also you can reserve a train ticket from DIALOG with convenience and ease any time any were by just Dialing 444 on your DIALOG mobile from any postpaid or prepaid connection.
2. What is the best time for me to travel from Anuradhapura Railway Station to Colombo Fort Railway Station?
The best time to travel from Anuradhapura to Colombo train Railway Station is to avoid office hours. It is best to travel between 08.30 am to 04.00 pm and 06.00 pm to 9.00 pm. This will enable you to travel comfortably. Many locals use this train during office hours, so you may even have to stand on the train without seats.
3. Do I have to pay extra for luggage when travelling from Anuradhapura to Colombo train Railway Station?
You do not have to pay extra for your luggage as there is no maximum limit for carrying luggage on a Sri Lanka train. But be sure to bring a maximum of 30 KG bags per person. But if you carry heavier luggage and the Railway Ambassador feels that it is possible to charge for baggage. That amount is often minimal, and costs are not exceeding LKR 300.00 (US$ 1.50).
4. Can I have internet access on the way from Anuradhapura Railway Station to Colombo Railway Station?
At present, it is not possible to access the internet at Anuradhapura railway station in Sri Lanka. Therefore, it is necessary to obtain internet facilities in person.
5. Is this the cheapest way to travel from Anuradhapura to Colombo?
If you are travelling from Anuradhapura to Colombo by train or any other option, the cheapest way is by train. If you are travelling in the 3rd class, you only have to pay 360.00 LKR (US$ 1.00). If you use a different mode of transportation, you will have to pay more.
6. Is it safe to travel by train from Anuradhapura to Colombo?
There is no need to worry about safety as the Sri Lanka Railways maintains the railway lines and trains on time. The security personnel are deployed for the security of the Anuradhapura railway station and Colombo Fort Railway Station.
7. Are food and drink (restaurant car) available from Anuradhapura to Colombo train?
Currently, the Railway Department of Sri Lanka does not have restaurant cars on any of the trains running on the Northern railway line. Therefore, it is possible to bring food and drink before boarding the train and enjoy the food as it travels.
You can also buy food and beverages from local food vendors as they board the train compartments. The best option is to bring food and drink before boarding the Anuradhapura to Colombo Fort train.
The above article has been prepared for easy travel from Anuradhapura to Colombo train, and I hope this article will help you. In addition, if you have a problem, please comment.
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