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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Karapitiya is to bus which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1800 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Karapitiya is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Karapitiya?

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

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Karapitiya?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Karapitiya. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Galle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Colombo to Karapitiya?

The distance between Colombo and Karapitiya is 120 km. The road distance is 117 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Karapitiya without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 3700.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Colombo to Karapitiya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Karapitiya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Karapitiya train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Karapitiya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Karapitiya is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 3700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1800 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Colombo to Karapitiya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Karapitiya train arrive?

Colombo to Karapitiya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Galle station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Karapitiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Karapitiya is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Colombo to Karapitiya.

Where can I stay near Karapitiya?

There are 3730+ hotels available in Karapitiya.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Galletrain Maradana
2h 5m
Rs 750–3,616
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Gallebus
2h 26m
Rs 1,365–1,795
Drive 117 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Karapitiyacar 117 km
1h 38m
Rs 5,318–7,681
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Karapitiyataxi 117 km
1h 38m
Rs 32,000–38,000
Bus via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre
1. Take the bus from Colombo City to Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centrebus
2. Take the bus from Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center to Galle Bus Stationbus Makumbra
3h 8m

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Distance: 119.7 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Galle 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Galle once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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