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Railway Enquiry & Tickets

Train times, reservations, complaints.

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Sri Lanka Railways runs the national train network. You can check schedules, reserve seats online, and enquire at station information lines.

How to apply

  1. 1Check the timetable and fares on the Sri Lanka Railways site or app.
  2. 2Reserve seats online or at a station counter for long-distance / observation trains.
  3. 3Keep your ticket / reservation confirmation for travel.

Documents required

  • Reservation confirmation / ticket
  • NIC (for reserved / warrant travel)

Fees & time

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Train faresBy class & distance

Fees can change — confirm on the official site or call 1919 before paying.

Good to know

Reserved seats for popular routes (e.g. hill country observation cars) sell out early — book ahead.

Frequently asked questions

How do I reserve train seats?

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Online through the railway reservation system or at a station counter, up to the allowed advance period.

Where do I check train times?

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On the Sri Lanka Railways website / app or by calling station enquiries.

Last updated: 2026-07-25