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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Fort is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs Rs. 25000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Fort?

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 Fort?

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 Fort?

The distance between Galle and Fort is 189 km. The road distance is 119.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Fort 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 Fort?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Galle to Fort, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Fort train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Fort?

The best way to get from Galle to Fort is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs Rs. 25000 - 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 Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Fort is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Galle to Fort.

Where can I stay near Fort?

There are 1461+ hotels available in Fort.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Galle to Fort 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 18m
Rs 24,975–103,061
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 119.1 km
1. Drive from Galle to Fortcar 119.1 km
1h 40m
Rs 5,373–7,761
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Forttaxi 119.1 km
1h 40m
Rs 32,000–39,000
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 Fort by train

19Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

Rs 200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.7 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Galle, Sri Lanka and Fort, Western, 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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