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. 280 - Rs. 310 and takes 2h 40m.

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. 3400 - Rs. 5000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kegalle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kegalle. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

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 National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal 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. 280 - Rs. 310 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Colombo to Kegalle bus arrive?

Colombo to Kegalle bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kegalle 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 114+ 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 Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kegallebus Colombo
2h 40m
Rs 280–310
Drive 77 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kegallecar 77 km
1h 16m
Rs 3,466–5,006
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Kegalletaxi 77 km
1h 16m
Rs 21,000–25,000

Colombo to Kegalle by bus

1274Weekly Buses

2h 40mAverage Duration

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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, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kegalle every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 280–310 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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