Train services are reliable and the intercity expresses between cities are recommended. There are usually second and third class tickets available, and a limited number of services with first class tickets. Inquiries on details of train times and booking can be made from the Fort Railway Station, tel. 435838 or 421281.

Train fares are very reasonable. The 71-mile (116-km) journey from Colombo to Kandy on the intercity costs Rs 60 while a third class ticket on a normal train costs only half that price.