What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach is to drive which costs Rs. 550 - Rs. 850 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Mt Lavinia Beach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Mount Lavinia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Mt Lavinia Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Mount Lavinia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach?

The distance between Colombo and Mt Lavinia Beach is 12 km. The road distance is 12.8 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach?

The train from Fort Station to Mount Lavinia takes 15 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach bus from?

Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach train from?

Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach?

The best way to get from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 27 min.

Where does the Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach bus arrive?

Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Where does the Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach train arrive?

Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach.

Where can I stay near Mt Lavinia Beach?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Mt Lavinia Beach.

Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach by train, bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mount Laviniatrain Maradana / ...
15 min
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 12.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beachcar 12.8 km
15 min
Rs 574–829
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Mount Laviniabus
27 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beachtaxi 12.8 km
15 min
Rs 3,500–4,200
Walk
1. Take the walk from Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beachwalk 13.6 km
2h 43m

Colombo to Mt Lavinia Beach by train

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Distance: 12.5 km
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Mt Lavinia Beach, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Mount Lavinia 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Mount Lavinia 3 times a day, and the journey takes 27 min.

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