What is the cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Kolonnawa?

The cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Kolonnawa is to bus which costs Rs. 100 - Rs. 440 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Katunayake to Kolonnawa?

The fastest way to get from Katunayake to Kolonnawa is to drive which takes 23 min and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 2100.

Is there a direct bus between Katunayake and Kolonnawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Katunayake Airport Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Katunayake and Kolonnawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katunayake and arriving at Dematagoda. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Katunayake to Kolonnawa?

The distance between Katunayake and Kolonnawa is 31 km. The road distance is 31 km.

How do I travel from Katunayake to Kolonnawa without a car?

The best way to get from Katunayake to Kolonnawa without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs Rs. 100 - Rs. 440.

How long does it take to get from Katunayake to Kolonnawa?

The bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 45 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Kolonnawa bus from?

Katunayake to Kolonnawa bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Katunayake Airport Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Kolonnawa train from?

Katunayake to Kolonnawa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Katunayake station.

Train or bus from Katunayake to Kolonnawa?

The best way to get from Katunayake to Kolonnawa is to bus which takes 45 min and costs Rs. 100 - Rs. 440. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Katunayake to Kolonnawa bus arrive?

Katunayake to Kolonnawa bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Katunayake to Kolonnawa train arrive?

Katunayake to Kolonnawa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Dematagoda station.

Can I drive from Katunayake to Kolonnawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Katunayake to Kolonnawa is 31 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Katunayake to Kolonnawa.

Where can I stay near Kolonnawa?

There are 1526+ hotels available in Kolonnawa.

Katunayake to Kolonnawa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Katunayake to Kolonnawa by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 187-E CMB to Colombo
45 min
Rs 100–440
Train
1. Take the train from Katunayake to Dematagodatrain Puttalam
1h 4m
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 31 km
1. Drive from Katunayake to Kolonnawacar 31 km
23 min
Rs 1,408–2,034
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Katunayake to Kolonnawataxi 31 km
23 min
Rs 8,500–11,000

Katunayake to Kolonnawa by bus

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Distance: 31.3 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Katunayake, Sri Lanka and Kolonnawa, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 100–150 and the journey takes 45 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Katunayake to Dematagoda 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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