Sri Lanka Railways IE 1 Intercity Express from Colombo Fort to Kandy covers 116 km in approximately 2h20m through the Hill Country, climbing through rubber and tea plantations on one of Asia's most scenic rail journeys. Kandy is home to the Sacred Tooth Relic Temple of the Buddha (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Sri Lanka's most venerated shrine.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombo Fort Station Colombo | Start | 07:00 |
| 2 | Kandy Station Kandy | 09:25 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Sri Lanka railways records. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Sri Lanka Railways IE 1 Intercity Express from Colombo Fort to Kandy covers 116 km in approximately 2h20m through the Hill Country, climbing through rubber and tea plantations on one of Asia's most scenic rail journeys. Kandy is home to the Sacred Tooth Relic Temple of the Buddha (Sri Dalada Maligawa), Sri Lanka's most venerated shrine.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 2 stops with a total journey time of approximately 2h 25m.
Book Intercity Express Colombo–Kandy tickets at railway.gov.lk, the official Sri Lanka Railways portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
Book Intercity Express Colombo–Kandy tickets at railway.gov.lk, the official Sri Lanka Railways portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
Book Now →Visit any Sri Lanka Railways booking office. Staff can help with seat selection and special assistance. Book early for popular departure times.
Contact Sri Lanka Railways for schedule info via their official website or helpdesk.
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