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

The cheapest way to get from Ambalangoda to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 310 - Rs. 1200 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambalangoda to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs Rs. 3900 - Rs. 6000.

Is there a direct bus between Ambalangoda and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Ambalangoda and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Ambalangoda to Colombo?

The distance between Ambalangoda and Colombo is 84 km. The road distance is 86.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ambalangoda to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

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

The train from Ambalangoda to Fort Station takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ambalangoda to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ambalangoda to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Ambalangoda to Colombo?

The best way to get from Ambalangoda to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 310 - Rs. 1200 and takes 3h.

Where does the Ambalangoda to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ambalangoda to Colombo train arrive?

Ambalangoda to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Ambalangoda to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambalangoda to Colombo is 87 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Ambalangoda to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1468+ hotels available in Colombo.

Ambalangoda to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ambalangoda to Colombo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ambalangoda to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2h 1m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ambalangoda to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 2-3 / ...
3h
Rs 310–1,200
Drive 86.8 km
1. Drive from Ambalangoda to Colombocar 86.8 km
1h 34m
Rs 3,943–5,696
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambalangoda to Colombotaxi 86.8 km
1h 34m
Rs 23,000–29,000

Ambalangoda to Colombo by train

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Distance: 83.8 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ambalangoda to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Ambalangoda to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 310–340 and the journey takes 3h. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily.

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