What is the cheapest way to get from Kotahena to Ratmalana?

The cheapest way to get from Kotahena to Ratmalana is to drive which costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 1100 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kotahena to Ratmalana?

The fastest way to get from Kotahena to Ratmalana is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs Rs. 4600 - Rs. 5500.

Is there a direct bus between Kotahena and Ratmalana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Armour street and arriving at Ratmalana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Kotahena and Ratmalana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Ratmalana. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Kotahena to Ratmalana?

The distance between Kotahena and Ratmalana is 14 km. The road distance is 16.8 km.

How do I travel from Kotahena to Ratmalana without a car?

The best way to get from Kotahena to Ratmalana without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900.

How long does it take to get from Kotahena to Ratmalana?

The train from Fort Station to Ratmalana takes 22 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kotahena to Ratmalana bus from?

Kotahena to Ratmalana bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Armour street station.

Where do I catch the Kotahena to Ratmalana train from?

Kotahena to Ratmalana train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Kotahena to Ratmalana?

The best way to get from Kotahena to Ratmalana is to train which takes 22 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 35 min.

Where does the Kotahena to Ratmalana bus arrive?

Kotahena to Ratmalana bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Ratmalana station.

Where does the Kotahena to Ratmalana train arrive?

Kotahena to Ratmalana train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ratmalana station.

Can I drive from Kotahena to Ratmalana?

Yes, the driving distance between Kotahena to Ratmalana is 17 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Kotahena to Ratmalana.

Where can I stay near Ratmalana?

There are 1427+ hotels available in Ratmalana.

Kotahena to Ratmalana - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kotahena to Ratmalana by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Ratmalanatrain Maradana
22 min
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 16.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kotahena to Ratmalanacar 16.8 km
20 min
Rs 760–1,098
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armour street to Ratmalanabus
35 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kotahena to Ratmalanataxi 16.8 km
20 min
Rs 4,600–5,500

Kotahena to Ratmalana by train

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22 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.3 km
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Kotahena, Sri Lanka and Ratmalana, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Ratmalana twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Armour street to Ratmalana 3 times a day, and the journey takes 35 min.

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