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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Hirikete is to bus which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2100 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Hirikete is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Hirikete?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Hirikete. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at ibbagamuwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Hirikete?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Hirikete. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kurunegala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Colombo to Hirikete?

The distance between Colombo and Hirikete is 114 km. The road distance is 112.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Hirikete without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 4300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Colombo to Hirikete, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Hirikete bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Hirikete train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Hirikete?

The best way to get from Colombo to Hirikete is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 4300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2100 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Colombo to Hirikete bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Hirikete train arrive?

Colombo to Hirikete train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Hirikete?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Hirikete is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Colombo to Hirikete.

Where can I stay near Hirikete?

There are 151+ hotels available in Hirikete.

Colombo to Hirikete - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Hirikete by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Kurunegalatrain Colombo / ...
2h 1m
Rs 2,253–4,240
Bus via Kurunegala
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegalabus 57 / ...
2h 24m
Rs 1,438–2,519
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to ibbagamuwabus
2h 17m
Rs 1,604–2,080
Drive 112.9 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Hiriketecar 112.9 km
1h 48m
Rs 5,129–7,409
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Hiriketetaxi 112.9 km
1h 48m
Rs 31,000–37,000

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Distance: 113.7 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Kurunegala 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to ibbagamuwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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