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

The cheapest way to get from Kelaniya to Mawanella is to drive which costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 5500 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kelaniya to Mawanella is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 5500.

Is there a direct bus between Kelaniya and Mawanella?

No, there is no direct bus from Kelaniya to Mawanella. However, there are services departing from Kiribathgoda and arriving at Polgahawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kelaniya and Mawanella?

No, there is no direct train from Kelaniya to Mawanella. However, there are services departing from Ragama and arriving at Ihalakotte via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Kelaniya to Mawanella?

The distance between Kelaniya and Mawanella is 95 km. The road distance is 82.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Mawanella without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 46m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Kelaniya to Mawanella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Mawanella bus from?

Kelaniya to Mawanella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Kiribathgoda station.

Where do I catch the Kelaniya to Mawanella train from?

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

Train or bus from Kelaniya to Mawanella?

The best way to get from Kelaniya to Mawanella is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs Rs. 4900 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Kelaniya to Mawanella bus arrive?

Kelaniya to Mawanella bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Where does the Kelaniya to Mawanella train arrive?

Kelaniya to Mawanella train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ihalakotte station.

Can I drive from Kelaniya to Mawanella?

Yes, the driving distance between Kelaniya to Mawanella is 83 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Kelaniya to Mawanella.

Where can I stay near Mawanella?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Mawanella.

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

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Ragama to Rambukkanatrain Colombo
2. Take the taxi from Rambukkana to Mawanellataxi
1h 46m
Rs 5,437–8,062
Drive 82.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kelaniya to Mawanellacar 82.6 km
1h 22m
Rs 3,752–5,420
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiribathgoda to Polgahawelabus Colombo-Trincomalee
2h 10m
Rs 4,918–5,858
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kelaniya to Mawanellataxi 82.6 km
1h 22m
Rs 22,000–27,000
Train
1. Take the train from Ragama to Ihalakottetrain Colombo
2h 23m
Rs 5,237–7,812

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Distance: 94.6 km
Duration: 1h 46m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Kiribathgoda to Polgahawela once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,600 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Ihalakotte 5 times a week. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 51m.

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