What is the cheapest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya?

The cheapest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya is to bus which costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4500 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya?

The fastest way to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Hikkaduwa and Kelaniya?

No, there is no direct bus from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya. However, there are services departing from Hikkaduwa and arriving at Colombo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Hikkaduwa and Kelaniya?

No, there is no direct train from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya. However, there are services departing from Hikkaduwa and arriving at Bambalapitiya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya?

The distance between Hikkaduwa and Kelaniya is 105 km. The road distance is 106.4 km.

How do I travel from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya without a car?

The best way to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

How long does it take to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya train from?

Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Hikkaduwa station.

Train, bus or fly from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya?

The best way to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4500 and takes 2h 11m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 19000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya train arrive?

Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bambalapitiya station.

Can I drive from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya.

Where can I stay near Kelaniya?

There are 1681+ hotels available in Kelaniya.

Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniya by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hikkaduwa to Bambalapitiyatrain Beliatta
1h 58m
Rs 5,148–7,634
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hikkaduwa to Colombobus
2h 11m
Rs 3,549–4,424
Drive 106.4 km
1. Drive from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniyacar 106.4 km
1h 26m
Rs 4,807–6,943
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hikkaduwa to Kelaniyataxi 106.4 km
1h 26m
Rs 29,000–35,000
Fly
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
3h 3m
Rs 19,195–97,356
Train via Maradana
1. Take the train from Hikkaduwa to Maradanatrain Beliatta
2h 34m
Rs 4,055–6,343

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

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Distance: 104.9 km
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka and Kelaniya, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Hikkaduwa to Bambalapitiya 5 times a week. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Hikkaduwa to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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