What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 4h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Weligama?

No, there is no direct bus from Ja-Ela to Weligama. However, there are services departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Weligama via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Weligama?

No, there is no direct train from Ja-Ela to Weligama. However, there are services departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Weligama via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Weligama?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Weligama is 173 km. The road distance is 156.6 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Weligama without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama without a car is to bus which takes 4h 41m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200.

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Weligama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Weligama train from?

Ja-Ela to Weligama train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ja-ela station.

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Weligama?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama is to bus which takes 4h 41m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Weligama bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Weligama bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Weligama station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Weligama train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Weligama train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Weligama?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Weligama is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Ja-Ela to Weligama.

Where can I stay near Weligama?

There are 4459+ hotels available in Weligama.

Ja-Ela to Weligama - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Weligama by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Colombo to Weligamabus
4h 41m
Rs 850–1,200
Train
1. Take the train from Ja-ela to Colombo Forttrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Maradana to Weligamatrain Maradana
4h 49m
Rs 1,425–5,942
Drive 156.6 km
1. Drive from Ja-Ela to Weligamacar 156.6 km
1h 57m
Rs 6,699–9,676
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ja-Ela to Weligamataxi 156.6 km
1h 57m
Rs 43,000–55,000

Ja-Ela to Weligama by train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.4 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka and Weligama, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Weligama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ja-ela to Weligama via Maradana in around 4h 49m.

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