What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Weligama?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Weligama is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Weligama?

The fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Weligama is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo Fort and Weligama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo and arriving at Weligama. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo Fort and Weligama?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Weligama. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Colombo Fort to Weligama?

The distance between Colombo Fort and Weligama is 143 km. The road distance is 142 km.

How do I travel from Colombo Fort to Weligama without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Weligama without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3000.

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Weligama?

The train from Fort Station to Weligama takes 2h 53m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Weligama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Weligama train from?

Colombo Fort to Weligama train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo Fort to Weligama?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Weligama is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 3h 1m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 27000 - Rs. 130000 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Weligama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo Fort to Weligama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo Fort to Weligama?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo Fort to Weligama is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Colombo Fort to Weligama.

Where can I stay near Weligama?

There are 4591+ hotels available in Weligama.

Colombo Fort to Weligama - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo Fort to Weligama by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Weligamatrain Maradana
2h 53m
Rs 240–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Weligamabus
3h 1m
Rs 850–1,200
Drive 142 km
1. Drive from Colombo Fort to Weligamacar 142 km
1h 49m
Rs 6,456–9,325
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo Fort to Weligamataxi 142 km
1h 49m
Rs 39,000–47,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
1h 57m
Rs 27,713–127,888

Colombo Fort to Weligama by train

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Distance: 143.4 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Colombo Fort, Sri Lanka and Weligama, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Weligama 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Weligama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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