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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Danowita is to bus via Colombo which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1500 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Danowita is to drive which takes 53 min and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 3500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Danowita?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Danowita. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Warakapola via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Danowita?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Danowita. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Mirigama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Colombo to Danowita?

The distance between Colombo and Danowita is 61 km. The road distance is 52.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Danowita without a car is to bus which takes 1h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Colombo to Danowita, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Danowita bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Danowita train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Danowita?

The best way to get from Colombo to Danowita is to bus which takes 1h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 3700 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Colombo to Danowita bus arrive?

Colombo to Danowita bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Warakapola station.

Where does the Colombo to Danowita train arrive?

Colombo to Danowita train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Mirigama station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Danowita?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Danowita is 52 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Colombo to Danowita.

Where can I stay near Danowita?

There are 136+ hotels available in Danowita.

Colombo to Danowita - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Colombo to Danowita by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Warakapolabus
1h 3m
Bus via Colombo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Warakapolabus
1h 6m
Rs 1,134–1,467
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mirigamatrain Colombo
1h 9m
Rs 1,812–3,631
Drive 52.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Danowitacar 52.5 km
53 min
Rs 2,386–3,446
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Danowitataxi 52.5 km
53 min
Rs 14,000–18,000
Train via Ambepussa
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Ambepussatrain Colombo
1h 17m
Rs 1,718–3,539

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Distance: 60.7 km
Duration: 1h 3m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Warakapola once daily, and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Mirigama 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 58 min.

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