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

The cheapest way to get from Panwila to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2000 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Panwila to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct bus between Panwila and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Panwila station to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Panwila and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Panwila to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Kandy and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Panwila to Colombo?

The distance between Panwila and Colombo is 140 km. The road distance is 131.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Panwila to Colombo without a car is to train via Kandy which takes 3h and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 4600.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Panwila to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Panwila to Colombo bus from?

Panwila to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Panwila to Colombo train from?

Panwila to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train or bus from Panwila to Colombo?

The best way to get from Panwila to Colombo is to train via Kandy which takes 3h and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 4600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2000 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Panwila to Colombo bus arrive?

Panwila to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Panwila to Colombo train arrive?

Panwila to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Panwila to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Panwila to Colombo is 131 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Panwila to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1411+ hotels available in Colombo.

Panwila to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Panwila to Colombo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Kandy
best
1. Take the train from Kandy to Fort Stationtrain Kandy / ...
3h
Rs 2,535–4,578
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Colombo
4h 34m
Rs 1,703–1,992
Drive 131.2 km
1. Drive from Panwila to Colombocar 131.2 km
2h 19m
Rs 5,904–8,528
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Panwila to Colombotaxi 131.2 km
2h 19m
Rs 36,000–43,000
Train
1. Take the train from Wattegama to Colombo Forttrain Matale
4h 8m
Rs 1,721–3,616

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Distance: 139.8 km
Duration: 3h

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Fort Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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