What is the cheapest way to get from Kotagala to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Kotagala to Colombo is to Mini Bus which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2000 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kotagala to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Kotagala to Colombo is to Mini Bus which takes 2h 10m and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2000.

Is there a direct bus between Kotagala and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kotagala to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Kandy via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kotagala and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Kotagala to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Awukana and arriving at Maradana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Kotagala to Colombo?

The distance between Kotagala and Colombo is 160 km. The road distance is 159.7 km.

How do I travel from Kotagala to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Kotagala to Colombo without a car is to Mini Bus which takes 2h 10m and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2000.

How long does it take to get from Kotagala to Colombo?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Kotagala to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kotagala to Colombo bus from?

Kotagala to Colombo bus services, operated by Magical Srilanka, depart from Dambulla station.

Where do I catch the Kotagala to Colombo train from?

Kotagala to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Awukana station.

Train or bus from Kotagala to Colombo?

The best way to get from Kotagala to Colombo is to Mini Bus which takes 2h 10m and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 5500 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Kotagala to Colombo bus arrive?

Kotagala to Colombo bus services, operated by Magical Srilanka, arrive at Kandy station.

Where does the Kotagala to Colombo train arrive?

Kotagala to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Kotagala to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kotagala to Colombo is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Kotagala to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1456+ hotels available in Colombo.

Kotagala to Colombo - 6 ways to travel via train, Mini Bus, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kotagala to Colombo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Mini Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kandybus
2h 10m
Rs 1,524–1,997
Bus via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
3h 31m
Rs 1,200–3,528
Train
1. Take the train from Awukana to Maradanatrain Batticaloa
3h 47m
Rs 2,931–5,028
Drive 159.7 km
1. Drive from Kotagala to Colombocar 159.7 km
2h 29m
Rs 7,153–10,332
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kotagala to Colombotaxi 159.7 km
2h 29m
Rs 43,000–55,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Colombo Pettahbus Kalmunai
3h 18m
Rs 3,074–3,497

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Distance: 159.6 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Kotagala, North Central, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Magical Srilanka operates a bus from Dambulla to Kandy once daily. Tickets cost Rs 6,381 and the journey takes 2h. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Awukana to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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