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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Damana is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Damana is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs Rs. 24000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Damana?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Damana. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Galewela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Damana?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Damana. However, there are services departing from Maradana and arriving at Moragollagama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Colombo to Damana?

The distance between Colombo and Damana is 145 km. The road distance is 145 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Damana without a car is to bus which takes 2h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Colombo to Damana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Damana bus from?

Colombo to Damana bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Damana train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Damana?

The best way to get from Colombo to Damana is to bus which takes 2h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 5500 and takes 4h 20m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 24000 - Rs. 140000 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Colombo to Damana bus arrive?

Colombo to Damana bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Galewela station.

Where does the Colombo to Damana train arrive?

Colombo to Damana train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Moragollagama station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Damana?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Damana is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Colombo to Damana.

Where can I stay near Damana?

There are 875+ hotels available in Damana.

Colombo to Damana - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Colombo to Damana by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Galewelabus
2h 26m
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambullabus Colombo / ...
4h 28m
Rs 1,370–1,665
Train
1. Take the train from Maradana to Moragollagamatrain Colombo
4h 20m
Rs 3,210–5,323
Drive 145 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Damanacar 145 km
2h 15m
Rs 6,508–9,400
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Damanataxi 145 km
2h 15m
Rs 39,000–48,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
1h 31m
Rs 24,375–132,407
Bus via Colombo
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Galewelabus
2h 49m
Rs 1,526–1,959

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

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Distance: 145.4 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Damana, Central, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Galewela once daily, and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Maradana to Moragollagama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 36m.

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