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

The cheapest way to get from Pallepola to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 4500 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pallepola to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct bus between Pallepola and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Pallepola to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Melsiripura and arriving at Colombo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Pallepola and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Pallepola to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Matale and arriving at Colombo Fort via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Pallepola to Colombo?

The distance between Pallepola and Colombo is 138 km. The road distance is 135.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Pallepola to Colombo without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 26m and costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Pallepola to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pallepola to Colombo bus from?

Pallepola to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Melsiripura station.

Where do I catch the Pallepola to Colombo train from?

Pallepola to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Matale station.

Train or bus from Pallepola to Colombo?

The best way to get from Pallepola to Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 49m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 4500 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Pallepola to Colombo bus arrive?

Pallepola to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo station.

Where does the Pallepola to Colombo train arrive?

Pallepola to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Pallepola to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Pallepola to Colombo is 136 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Pallepola to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Colombo.

Pallepola to Colombo - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Pallepola to Kurunegalataxi
2. Take the train from Kurunegala to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2h 26m
Rs 3,465–5,677
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Melsiripura to Colombobus
2h 49m
Rs 1,944–3,892
Drive 135.5 km
1. Drive from Pallepola to Colombocar 135.5 km
2h 12m
Rs 6,175–8,919
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pallepola to Colombotaxi 135.5 km
2h 12m
Rs 37,000–44,000
Bus via Galewela
1. Take the bus from Galewela to Pettahbus
3h 6m
Train
1. Take the train from Matale to Colombo Forttrain Matale
4h 45m
Rs 2,406–4,407

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Distance: 137.9 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Pallepola, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Melsiripura to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Matale to Colombo Fort once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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