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

The cheapest way to get from Batuwatta to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3600 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Batuwatta to Colombo is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3600.

Is there a direct bus between Batuwatta and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Batuwatta to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Polgahawela and arriving at Colombo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Batuwatta and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Batuwatta to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Polgahawela Junction and arriving at Colombo Fort via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Batuwatta to Colombo?

The distance between Batuwatta and Colombo is 81 km. The road distance is 73.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Batuwatta to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Batuwatta to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Batuwatta to Colombo bus from?

Batuwatta to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Polgahawela station.

Where do I catch the Batuwatta to Colombo train from?

Batuwatta to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Polgahawela Junction station.

Train or bus from Batuwatta to Colombo?

The best way to get from Batuwatta to Colombo is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 3600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3300 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Batuwatta to Colombo bus arrive?

Batuwatta to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo station.

Where does the Batuwatta to Colombo train arrive?

Batuwatta to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Batuwatta to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Batuwatta to Colombo is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Batuwatta to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1452+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
1h 21m
Rs 1,683–3,571
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Colombobus
1h 33m
Rs 1,319–3,214
Drive 73.8 km
1. Drive from Batuwatta to Colombocar 73.8 km
1h 25m
Rs 3,305–4,773
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Batuwatta to Colombotaxi 73.8 km
1h 25m
Rs 20,000–24,000

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Distance: 80.6 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Batuwatta, Sabaragamuwa, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Polgahawela Junction to Colombo Fort every 3 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Polgahawela to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily.

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