Sri Lanka Railways says seat reservations are now available for the iconic Yal Devi train service operating between Colombo Fort and Jaffna, following the resumption of services today (11) after several months of suspension.

Railway authorities stated that the service will operate on a limited timetable.

Accordingly, the train travelling from Colombo Fort to Kankesanthurai will depart at 6.40 AM and reach its destination at 2.33 PM on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Meanwhile, the return service from Kankesanthurai to Colombo Fort will leave at 10.30 AM and arrive at 7.03 PM on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.

Sri Lanka Railways further stated that passengers can reserve seats online through the official railway reservation portal at www.seatreservation.railway.gov.lk