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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Yakkalamulla is to bus which costs Rs. 3900 - Rs. 5000 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Yakkalamulla is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Yakkalamulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Yakkalamulla. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at Galle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Yakkalamulla?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Yakkalamulla. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Galle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Colombo to Yakkalamulla?

The distance between Colombo and Yakkalamulla is 135 km. The road distance is 123.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Yakkalamulla without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Colombo to Yakkalamulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Yakkalamulla bus from?

Colombo to Yakkalamulla bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Yakkalamulla train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Yakkalamulla?

The best way to get from Colombo to Yakkalamulla is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3900 - Rs. 5000 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Colombo to Yakkalamulla bus arrive?

Colombo to Yakkalamulla bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Galle station.

Where does the Colombo to Yakkalamulla train arrive?

Colombo to Yakkalamulla train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Galle station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Yakkalamulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Yakkalamulla is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Colombo to Yakkalamulla.

Where can I stay near Yakkalamulla?

There are 4493+ hotels available in Yakkalamulla.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Yakkalamulla by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Galletrain Maradana
2h 23m
Rs 3,300–6,766
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Gallebus
2h 45m
Rs 3,965–4,945
Drive 123.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Yakkalamullacar 123.1 km
1h 48m
Rs 5,611–8,104
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Yakkalamullataxi 123.1 km
1h 48m
Rs 33,000–40,000
Bus via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre
1. Take the bus from Colombo City to Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centrebus
2. Take the bus from Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center to Galle Bus Stationbus Makumbra
3h 27m

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Distance: 135.4 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Galle 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Galle once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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