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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Mawathagama is to bus which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 2100 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Mawathagama is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Mawathagama?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Mawathagama. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kurunegala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Mawathagama?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Mawathagama. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Rambukkana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Colombo to Mawathagama?

The distance between Colombo and Mawathagama is 101 km. The road distance is 105 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Mawathagama without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 4200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Colombo to Mawathagama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mawathagama bus from?

Colombo to Mawathagama bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mawathagama train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Mawathagama?

The best way to get from Colombo to Mawathagama is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 4200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 2100 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Colombo to Mawathagama bus arrive?

Colombo to Mawathagama bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Colombo to Mawathagama train arrive?

Colombo to Mawathagama train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Rambukkana station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Mawathagama?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Mawathagama is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Colombo to Mawathagama.

Where can I stay near Mawathagama?

There are 243+ hotels available in Mawathagama.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Rambukkanatrain Colombo
1h 48m
Rs 2,193–4,126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegalabus 57 / ...
2h 12m
Rs 1,088–2,069
Drive 105 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Mawathagamacar 105 km
1h 36m
Rs 4,714–6,809
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Mawathagamataxi 105 km
1h 36m
Rs 28,000–35,000

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Distance: 100.8 km
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Rambukkana every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegala every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 330–370 and the journey takes 2h. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily.

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