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

The cheapest way to get from Gampaha to Elpitiya is to bus which costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 6500 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gampaha to Elpitiya is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Gampaha and Elpitiya?

No, there is no direct bus from Gampaha to Elpitiya. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Ambalangoda via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Gampaha and Elpitiya?

No, there is no direct train from Gampaha to Elpitiya. However, there are services departing from Gampaha and arriving at Ahungalla via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Gampaha to Elpitiya?

The distance between Gampaha and Elpitiya is 122 km. The road distance is 105.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Gampaha to Elpitiya without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs Rs. 4400 - Rs. 8500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Gampaha to Elpitiya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gampaha to Elpitiya bus from?

Gampaha to Elpitiya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gampaha to Elpitiya train from?

Gampaha to Elpitiya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Gampaha to Elpitiya?

The best way to get from Gampaha to Elpitiya is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs Rs. 4400 - Rs. 8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 6500 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Gampaha to Elpitiya bus arrive?

Gampaha to Elpitiya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Ambalangoda station.

Where does the Gampaha to Elpitiya train arrive?

Gampaha to Elpitiya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ahungalla station.

Can I drive from Gampaha to Elpitiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampaha to Elpitiya is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Gampaha to Elpitiya.

Where can I stay near Elpitiya?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Elpitiya.

Gampaha to Elpitiya - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Gampaha to Elpitiya by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Ahungallatrain Maradana
3h 7m
Rs 4,491–8,450
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ambalangodabus 2-3 / ...
3h 57m
Rs 3,301–6,250
Drive 105.3 km
1. Drive from Gampaha to Elpitiyacar 105.3 km
1h 16m
Rs 4,774–6,896
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gampaha to Elpitiyataxi 105.3 km
1h 16m
Rs 11,000–14,000

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Distance: 121.7 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Ahungalla once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ambalangoda every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 310–350 and the journey takes 3h. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily.

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