What is the cheapest way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo is to drive which costs Rs. 550 - Rs. 850 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 4100.

Is there a direct bus between Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dehiwala and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dehiwala and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo?

The distance between Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia and Colombo is 10 km. The road distance is 12.5 km.

How do I travel from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900.

How long does it take to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo?

The train from Dehiwala to Fort Station takes 15 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo bus from?

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Dehiwala station.

Where do I catch the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo train from?

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Dehiwala station.

Train or bus from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo?

The best way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo bus arrive?

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo train arrive?

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo.

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Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo by train, bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dehiwala to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta / ...
15 min
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 12.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombocar 12.5 km
14 min
Rs 566–817
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dehiwala to Pettahbus
1h 5m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombotaxi 12.5 km
14 min
Rs 3,400–4,100
Walk
1. Take the foot from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombowalk 13.1 km
2h 37m

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo by train

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Distance: 10.3 km
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Dehiwala to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Dehiwala to Pettah 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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