What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to S. Thomas' College?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to S. Thomas' College is to drive which costs Rs. 550 - Rs. 850 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to S. Thomas' College?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to S. Thomas' College is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4200.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and S. Thomas' College?

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 S. Thomas' College?

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 S. Thomas' College?

The distance between Colombo and S. Thomas' College is 13 km. The road distance is 12.9 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to S. Thomas' College without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to S. Thomas' College without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to S. Thomas' College?

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 S. Thomas' College bus from?

Colombo to S. Thomas' College bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to S. Thomas' College train from?

Colombo to S. Thomas' College train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Colombo to S. Thomas' College?

The best way to get from Colombo to S. Thomas' College is to train which takes 26 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 36 min.

Where does the Colombo to S. Thomas' College bus arrive?

Colombo to S. Thomas' College bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Where does the Colombo to S. Thomas' College train arrive?

Colombo to S. Thomas' College train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Can I drive from Colombo to S. Thomas' College?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to S. Thomas' College is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Colombo to S. Thomas' College.

Where can I stay near S. Thomas' College?

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Colombo to S. Thomas' College - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to S. Thomas' College by train, bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mount Laviniatrain Maradana / ...
26 min
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 12.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Colombo to S. Thomas' Collegecar 12.9 km
15 min
Rs 588–849
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Mount Laviniabus
36 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to S. Thomas' Collegetaxi 12.9 km
15 min
Rs 3,500–4,200
Walk
1. Take the foot from Colombo to S. Thomas' Collegewalk 13.8 km
2h 45m

Colombo to S. Thomas' College by train and foot

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Distance: 13.4 km
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and S. Thomas' College, Western, 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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