What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo is to drive which costs Rs. 550 - Rs. 850 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 4200.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Lavinia (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mount-Lavinia and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Mount Lavinia (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mount Lavinia and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Mount Lavinia (Station) and Colombo is 13 km. The road distance is 12.9 km.

How do I travel from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 26 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900.

How long does it take to get from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo?

The train from Mount Lavinia to Fort Station takes 19 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Mount-Lavinia station.

Where do I catch the Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo train from?

Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Mount Lavinia station.

Train or bus from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo is to train which takes 26 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo is 13 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mount Lavinia to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta / ...
26 min
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 12.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombocar 12.9 km
14 min
Rs 583–842
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mount-Lavinia to Pettahbus
1h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombotaxi 12.9 km
14 min
Rs 3,500–4,200

Mount Lavinia (Station) to Colombo by foot and train

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Distance: 13.1 km
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Mount Lavinia (Station), Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Mount Lavinia to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Mount-Lavinia to Pettah 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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