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

The cheapest way to get from Kotahena to Wellawatte is to drive which costs Rs. 460 - Rs. 700 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kotahena to Wellawatte is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3400.

Is there a direct bus between Kotahena and Wellawatte?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Armour street and arriving at Wellawatta. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Kotahena and Wellawatte?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Wellawatta. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Kotahena to Wellawatte?

The distance between Kotahena and Wellawatte is 7 km. The road distance is 10.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kotahena to Wellawatte without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900.

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Wellawatta takes 15 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kotahena to Wellawatte bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kotahena to Wellawatte train from?

Kotahena to Wellawatte train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Kotahena to Wellawatte?

The best way to get from Kotahena to Wellawatte is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2500 and takes 25 min.

Where does the Kotahena to Wellawatte bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kotahena to Wellawatte train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kotahena to Wellawatte?

Yes, the driving distance between Kotahena to Wellawatte is 10 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Kotahena to Wellawatte.

Where can I stay near Wellawatte?

There are 1459+ hotels available in Wellawatte.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Wellawattatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
15 min
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 10.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kotahena to Wellawattecar 10.3 km
12 min
Rs 468–676
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armour street to Wellawattabus
25 min
Rs 2,200–2,500
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kotahena to Wellawattetaxi 10.3 km
12 min
Rs 2,800–3,400

Kotahena to Wellawatte by train

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Distance: 7.3 km
Duration: 15 min

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Wellawatta twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Armour street to Wellawatta twice daily, and the journey takes 25 min. Superline Travels also services this route once daily.

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