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

The cheapest way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort is to drive which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 800 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 3900.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellawatta 42'nd Lane and arriving at Pettah. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

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

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 Fort?

The distance between Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia and Colombo Fort is 10 km. The road distance is 12 km.

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

The best way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort 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 Fort?

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 Fort bus from?

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Wellawatta 42'nd Lane station.

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

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

Train or bus from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort?

The best way to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 19 min.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort is 12 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort.

Where can I stay near Colombo Fort?

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Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort - 7 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort 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 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fortcar 12 km
13 min
Rs 542–782
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wellawatta 42'nd Lane to Pettahbus
19 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Forttaxi 12 km
13 min
Rs 3,300–3,900
Walk
1. Take the foot from Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fortwalk 15 km
3h
Bus via Dehiwala
1. Take the bus from Dehiwala to Pettahbus
1h 10m
Bus via Mount-Lavinia
1. Take the bus from Mount-Lavinia to Pettahbus
1h 15m

Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia to Colombo Fort 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 Fort, 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 Wellawatta 42'nd Lane to Pettah once daily, and the journey takes 15 min.

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