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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Welgama is to drive which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1800 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Welgama is to taxi which takes 35 min and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Welgama?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Welgama. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Pahathgama via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Colombo to Welgama?

The distance between Colombo and Welgama is 46 km. The road distance is 27.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Welgama without a car is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Colombo to Welgama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Welgama bus from?

Colombo to Welgama bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Colombo to Welgama bus arrive?

Colombo to Welgama bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Pahathgama station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Welgama?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Welgama is 27 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Colombo to Welgama.

Where can I stay near Welgama?

There are 753+ hotels available in Welgama.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Pahathgamabus Colombo-Badulla / ...
1h 17m
Rs 3,524–3,988
Drive 27.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Colombo to Welgamacar 27.3 km
35 min
Rs 1,223–1,767
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Welgamataxi 27.3 km
35 min
Rs 7,500–9,000
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Colombo City to Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centrebus
2. Take the taxi from Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre to Welgamataxi
1h 51m

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Distance: 45.8 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Pahathgama twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,500 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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