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

The cheapest way to get from Elpitiya to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 850 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elpitiya to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs Rs. 4100 - Rs. 6000.

Is there a direct bus between Elpitiya and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Elpitiya to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Kurundugaha Heththapma and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Elpitiya and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Elpitiya to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Elpitiya to Colombo?

The distance between Elpitiya and Colombo is 94 km. The road distance is 92.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Elpitiya to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 1h 48m and costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 850.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Elpitiya to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elpitiya to Colombo bus from?

Elpitiya to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kurundugaha Heththapma station.

Where do I catch the Elpitiya to Colombo train from?

Elpitiya to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ambalangoda station.

Train or bus from Elpitiya to Colombo?

The best way to get from Elpitiya to Colombo is to bus which takes 1h 48m and costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 6500 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Elpitiya to Colombo bus arrive?

Elpitiya to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Elpitiya to Colombo train arrive?

Elpitiya to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Elpitiya to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Elpitiya to Colombo is 92 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Elpitiya to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1411+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Kurundugaha Heththapma to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Ex 1-41
1h 48m
Rs 720–833
Train
1. Take the train from Ambalangoda to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2h 17m
Rs 3,760–6,025
Drive 92.3 km
1. Drive from Elpitiya to Colombocar 92.3 km
1h 14m
Rs 4,154–5,999
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elpitiya to Colombotaxi 92.3 km
1h 14m
Rs 25,000–30,000
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Elpitiya to Koggala (KCT)taxi
2. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
1h 39m
Rs 33,218–113,393

Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

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1h 2mAverage Duration

Rs 10,915Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.1 km
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Elpitiya, Southern, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kurundugaha Heththapma to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost Rs 320–360 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ambalangoda to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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