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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Thihagoda is to bus which costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2300 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Thihagoda is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Thihagoda?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo station to Thihagoda station. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Matara Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Thihagoda?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Thihagoda. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Matara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Colombo to Thihagoda?

The distance between Colombo and Thihagoda is 165 km. The road distance is 152.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Thihagoda without a car is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Colombo to Thihagoda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Thihagoda bus from?

Colombo to Thihagoda bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Fort Station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Thihagoda train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Thihagoda?

The best way to get from Colombo to Thihagoda is to bus which takes 2h 46m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 4600 and takes 3h 23m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 34000 - Rs. 140000 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Colombo to Thihagoda bus arrive?

Colombo to Thihagoda bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara Bus Station.

Where does the Colombo to Thihagoda train arrive?

Colombo to Thihagoda train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Matara station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Thihagoda?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Thihagoda is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Colombo to Thihagoda.

Where can I stay near Thihagoda?

There are 3676+ hotels available in Thihagoda.

Colombo to Thihagoda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
2h 46m
Rs 1,934–2,280
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mataratrain Maradana
3h 23m
Rs 1,440–4,522
Drive 152.6 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Thihagodacar 152.6 km
1h 53m
Rs 6,955–10,046
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Thihagodataxi 152.6 km
1h 53m
Rs 42,000–50,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
2h 13m
Rs 33,975–135,607

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT) flights

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2h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.6 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 530–580 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Matara 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 13m.

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