What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Rekawa Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Rekawa Ela is to bus which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2100 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Rekawa Ela?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Rekawa Ela is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 6000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Rekawa Ela?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Rekawa Ela. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kurunegala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Rekawa Ela?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Rekawa Ela. However, there are services departing from Maradana and arriving at Pothuhera via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Colombo to Rekawa Ela?

The distance between Colombo and Rekawa Ela is 92 km. The road distance is 89 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Rekawa Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Rekawa Ela without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3600.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Rekawa Ela?

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Colombo to Rekawa Ela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Rekawa Ela bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Rekawa Ela train from?

Colombo to Rekawa Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Maradana station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Rekawa Ela?

The best way to get from Colombo to Rekawa Ela is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2100 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Colombo to Rekawa Ela bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Rekawa Ela train arrive?

Colombo to Rekawa Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Pothuhera station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Rekawa Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Rekawa Ela is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Colombo to Rekawa Ela.

Where can I stay near Rekawa Ela?

There are 132+ hotels available in Rekawa Ela.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maradana to Pothuheratrain Colombo
1h 51m
Rs 1,743–3,576
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegalabus 57 / ...
2h 17m
Rs 1,138–2,069
Drive 89 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Rekawa Elacar 89 km
1h 40m
Rs 4,056–5,858
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Rekawa Elataxi 89 km
1h 40m
Rs 24,000–29,000

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Distance: 91.6 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Rekawa Ela, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Maradana to Pothuhera once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 37m. 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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