What is the cheapest way to get from Gampola to Colombo Fort?

The cheapest way to get from Gampola to Colombo Fort is to bus which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1500 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gampola to Colombo Fort?

The fastest way to get from Gampola to Colombo Fort is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Gampola and Colombo Fort?

No, there is no direct bus from Gampola to Colombo Fort. However, there are services departing from Gampola and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via Kandy Good Shed Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Gampola and Colombo Fort?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gampola and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Gampola to Colombo Fort?

The distance between Gampola and Colombo Fort is 140 km. The road distance is 112.5 km.

How do I travel from Gampola to Colombo Fort without a car?

The best way to get from Gampola to Colombo Fort without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

How long does it take to get from Gampola to Colombo Fort?

The train from Gampola to Fort Station takes 3h 13m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Gampola to Colombo Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gampola to Colombo Fort train from?

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

Train or bus from Gampola to Colombo Fort?

The best way to get from Gampola to Colombo Fort is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1500 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Gampola to Colombo Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gampola to Colombo Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gampola to Colombo Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampola to Colombo Fort is 112 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Gampola to Colombo Fort.

Where can I stay near Colombo Fort?

There are 1468+ hotels available in Colombo Fort.

Gampola to Colombo Fort - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Gampola to Colombo Fort by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gampola to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
3h 13m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gampola to Kandybus
2. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
4h 49m
Rs 1,176–1,480
Drive 112.5 km
1. Drive from Gampola to Colombo Fortcar 112.5 km
2h 1m
Rs 5,113–7,385
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gampola to Colombo Forttaxi 112.5 km
2h 1m
Rs 30,000–37,000

Gampola to Colombo Fort by train

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Distance: 139.5 km
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Gampola, Central, Sri Lanka and Colombo Fort, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Gampola to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gampola to Colombo Fort via Kandy, Kandy Good Shed Bus Station, and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal in around 4h 49m.

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