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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 17m and costs Rs. 24000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galle and arriving at Colombo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galle and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Galle to Colombo?

The distance between Galle and Colombo is 188 km. The road distance is 120.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 21m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Galle to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Colombo?

The best way to get from Galle to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 17m and costs Rs. 24000 - Rs. 110000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h 21m, you could also train, which costs Rs. 200 - Rs. 3000 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Galle to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Colombo is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Galle to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1462+ hotels available in Colombo.

Galle to Colombo - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Galle to Colombo by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
1h 17m
Rs 24,475–103,061
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galle to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2h 38m
Rs 200–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galle to Colombobus
2h 21m
Rs 850–1,200
Drive 120.1 km
1. Drive from Galle to Colombocar 120.1 km
1h 41m
Rs 5,429–7,842
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Colombotaxi 120.1 km
1h 41m
Rs 33,000–39,000
Bus via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra Multimodal Transport Centerbus Galle
2. Take the bus from Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre to Colombo Citybus
3h 7m

Galle to Colombo by train

19Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

Rs 200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.8 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Cinnamon Air flies from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) twice daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Galle to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 21m.

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