What is the cheapest way to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw?

The cheapest way to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw?

The fastest way to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Ambalangoda and Chilaw?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambalangoda to Chilaw. However, there are services departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Chilaw via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Ambalangoda and Chilaw?

No, there is no direct train from Ambalangoda to Chilaw. However, there are services departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Chilaw via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Ambalangoda to Chilaw?

The distance between Ambalangoda and Chilaw is 169 km. The road distance is 177.5 km.

How do I travel from Ambalangoda to Chilaw without a car?

The best way to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 36m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambalangoda to Chilaw bus from?

Ambalangoda to Chilaw bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Ambalangoda station.

Where do I catch the Ambalangoda to Chilaw train from?

Ambalangoda to Chilaw train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ambalangoda station.

Train or bus from Ambalangoda to Chilaw?

The best way to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw is to bus which takes 5h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Ambalangoda to Chilaw bus arrive?

Ambalangoda to Chilaw bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Ambalangoda to Chilaw train arrive?

Ambalangoda to Chilaw train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Ambalangoda to Chilaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambalangoda to Chilaw is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Ambalangoda to Chilaw.

Where can I stay near Chilaw?

There are 53+ hotels available in Chilaw.

Ambalangoda to Chilaw - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Ambalangoda to Chilaw by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ambalangoda to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Chilawbus
4h 36m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ambalangoda to Maradanatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Chilawtrain Colombo
6h 10m
Rs 2,444–5,927
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ambalangoda to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 2-3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Chilawbus
5h 43m
Drive 177.5 km
1. Drive from Ambalangoda to Chilawcar 177.5 km
2h 20m
Rs 8,039–11,612
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambalangoda to Chilawtaxi 177.5 km
2h 20m
Rs 27,000–33,000
Train, fly, taxi
1. Take the train from Ambalangoda to Habaraduwatrain
2. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
3. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Chilawtaxi
3h 41m
Rs 25,206–105,872

Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

Rs 10,760Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.2 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka and Chilaw, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Ambalangoda to Chilaw via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Pettah in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ambalangoda to Chilaw via Colombo Fort in around 6h 10m.

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