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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kalugala is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kalugala is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 4500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kalugala?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Kalugala. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at Alawwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kalugala?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Kalugala. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Polgahawela Junction via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kalugala?

The distance between Colombo and Kalugala is 71 km. The road distance is 69.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kalugala without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 1h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Colombo to Kalugala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kalugala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kalugala train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Kalugala?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kalugala is to train via Polgahawela which takes 1h 27m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 3800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Colombo to Kalugala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Kalugala train arrive?

Colombo to Kalugala train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela Junction station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Kalugala?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kalugala is 69 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Colombo to Kalugala.

Where can I stay near Kalugala?

There are 100+ hotels available in Kalugala.

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

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

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Warakapolabus
2. Take the taxi from Warakapola to Kalugalataxi
1h 20m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Alawwabus
1h 25m
Rs 1,312–1,688
Train via Polgahawela
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Colombo / ...
1h 27m
Rs 1,883–3,712
Drive 69.2 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kalugalacar 69.2 km
1h 16m
Rs 3,107–4,488
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Kalugalataxi 69.2 km
1h 16m
Rs 19,000–23,000
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Alawwatrain Colombo
1h 28m
Rs 1,726–3,551

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Distance: 70.8 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Kalugala, Sabaragamuwa, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Polgahawela Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Alawwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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