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

The cheapest way to get from Kelaniya to Kalutara is to drive which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 3500 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kelaniya to Kalutara is to drive which takes 47 min and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 3500.

Is there a direct bus between Kelaniya and Kalutara?

No, there is no direct bus from Kelaniya to Kalutara. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at Kalutara via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Kelaniya and Kalutara?

No, there is no direct train from Kelaniya to Kalutara. However, there are services departing from Maradana and arriving at Kalutara South via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Kelaniya to Kalutara?

The distance between Kelaniya and Kalutara is 54 km. The road distance is 52 km.

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

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Kalutara without a car is to taxi and train which takes 1h 2m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 1h 2m to get from Kelaniya to Kalutara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Kalutara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Kalutara train from?

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

Train or bus from Kelaniya to Kalutara?

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Kalutara is to bus which takes 1h 4m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 6000 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Kelaniya to Kalutara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kelaniya to Kalutara train arrive?

Kelaniya to Kalutara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kalutara South station.

Can I drive from Kelaniya to Kalutara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kelaniya to Kalutara is 52 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Kelaniya to Kalutara.

Where can I stay near Kalutara?

There are 827+ hotels available in Kalutara.

Kelaniya to Kalutara - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kelaniya to Kalutara by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Kelaniya to Fort Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Kalutara Southtrain Maradana
1h 2m
Rs 4,342–6,613
Drive 52 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kelaniya to Kalutaracar 52 km
47 min
Rs 2,364–3,414
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Kalutarabus
1h 4m
Rs 3,575–4,380
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kelaniya to Kalutarataxi 52 km
47 min
Rs 14,000–17,000
Train
1. Take the train from Maradana to Kalutara Southtrain Maradana
1h 9m
Rs 3,777–5,945

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Distance: 53.7 km
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Kalutara once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Maradana to Kalutara South 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 59 min.

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