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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kegalle is to bus which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2100 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kegalle is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 5500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at Polgahawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Polgahawela Junction via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kegalle?

The distance between Colombo and Kegalle is 86 km. The road distance is 77 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kegalle without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 3900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Colombo to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kegalle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kegalle train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kegalle is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2100 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Colombo to Kegalle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Kegalle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kegalle is 77 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Colombo to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 119+ hotels available in Kegalle.

Colombo to Kegalle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Colombo / ...
1h 25m
Rs 1,933–3,812
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Polgahawelabus
1h 38m
Rs 1,579–2,047
Drive 77 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kegallecar 77 km
1h 16m
Rs 3,511–5,071
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Kegalletaxi 77 km
1h 16m
Rs 21,000–25,000

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Distance: 85.8 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Kegalle, 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 Polgahawela once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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