Rome2Rio

How to get fromColombo to Kalpitiyaby bus, taxi, train, or car

Find Transport to Kalpitiya

See all options

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Pettah to Puttalambus bus
    2. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Kalpitiyataxi taxi
    3h 6m

  2. Train, taxi

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Puttalamtrain train Colombo
    2. Take the taxi from Puttalam to Kalpitiyataxi taxi
    5h 10m
    Rs 3,688–5,892

  3. Drive 164.4 km

    1. Drive from Colombo to Kalpitiyacar car 164.4 km
    2h 41m
    Rs 7,493–10,823

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Kalpitiyataxi taxi 164.4 km
    2h 41m
    Rs 45,000–55,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colombo to Kalpitiya.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 184.7 km
  • Duration: 3h 6m

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

There is no direct connection from Colombo to Kalpitiya. However, you can take the bus to Puttalam then take the taxi to Kalpitiya. Alternatively, you can take the train to Puttalam then take the taxi to Kalpitiya.

Train operators
Bus operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How to get from Heathrow Airport into central London, Travelling by boat in Italy, and How to get from Luton Airport into central London - to help you get the most out of your next trip.