What is the cheapest way to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa?

The cheapest way to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa?

The fastest way to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 36m and costs Rs. 32000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Pettah and Diyatalawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Diyatalawa. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Pettah and Diyatalawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Diyatalawa. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Pettah to Diyatalawa?

The distance between Pettah and Diyatalawa is 197 km. The road distance is 184.8 km.

How do I travel from Pettah to Diyatalawa without a car?

The best way to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300.

How long does it take to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pettah to Diyatalawa bus from?

Pettah to Diyatalawa bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Pettah to Diyatalawa train from?

Pettah to Diyatalawa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Pettah to Diyatalawa?

The best way to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Pettah to Diyatalawa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pettah to Diyatalawa train arrive?

Pettah to Diyatalawa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Diyatalawa station.

Can I drive from Pettah to Diyatalawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Pettah to Diyatalawa is 185 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Pettah to Diyatalawa.

Where can I stay near Diyatalawa?

There are 1621+ hotels available in Diyatalawa.

Pettah to Diyatalawa - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Pettah to Diyatalawa by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Diyatalawataxi
2h 36m
Rs 32,827–143,432
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Diyatalawabus Route 99
5h 10m
Rs 900–1,300
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Diyatalawatrain Colombo
7h 45m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 184.8 km
1. Drive from Pettah to Diyatalawacar 184.8 km
3h
Rs 8,274–11,951

Pettah to Diyatalawa by train

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7h 45mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.5 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Pettah, Sri Lanka and Diyatalawa, Uva, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Diyatalawa every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,300 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Diyatalawa 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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