What is the cheapest way to get from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo is to drive which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 750 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 3700.

Is there a direct bus between Dehiwala (Station) 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 (Station) 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 (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Dehiwala (Station) and Colombo is 10 km. The road distance is 11.3 km.

How do I travel from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Dehiwala (Station) 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 (Station) to Colombo?

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

Where do I catch the Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Dehiwala station.

Where do I catch the Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo train from?

Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Dehiwala station.

Train or bus from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dehiwala (Station) 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 11.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombocar 11.3 km
12 min
Rs 512–739
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dehiwala to Pettahbus
1h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombotaxi 11.3 km
12 min
Rs 3,100–3,700
Walk
1. Take the foot from Dehiwala (Station) to Colombowalk 10.9 km
2h 10m

Dehiwala (Station) to Colombo by train

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Distance: 10.3 km
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Dehiwala (Station), 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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