What is the cheapest way to get from Polgahawela to Fort?

The cheapest way to get from Polgahawela to Fort is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Polgahawela to Fort?

The fastest way to get from Polgahawela to Fort is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

Is there a direct bus between Polgahawela and Fort?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Polgahawela and arriving at Colombo. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Polgahawela and Fort?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Polgahawela Junction and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Polgahawela to Fort?

The distance between Polgahawela and Fort is 74 km. The road distance is 74.2 km.

How do I travel from Polgahawela to Fort without a car?

The best way to get from Polgahawela to Fort without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

How long does it take to get from Polgahawela to Fort?

The train from Polgahawela Junction to Colombo Fort takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Polgahawela to Fort bus from?

Polgahawela to Fort bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Polgahawela station.

Where do I catch the Polgahawela to Fort train from?

Polgahawela to Fort train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Polgahawela Junction station.

Train or bus from Polgahawela to Fort?

The best way to get from Polgahawela to Fort is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Polgahawela to Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Polgahawela to Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Polgahawela to Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Polgahawela to Fort is 74 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Polgahawela to Fort.

Where can I stay near Fort?

There are 1448+ hotels available in Fort.

Polgahawela to Fort - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Polgahawela to Fort by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Polgahawela Junction to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
1h 13m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Polgahawela to Colombobus
1h 25m
Rs 800–2,600
Drive 74.2 km
1. Drive from Polgahawela to Fortcar 74.2 km
1h 14m
Rs 3,363–4,858
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Polgahawela to Forttaxi 74.2 km
1h 14m
Rs 20,000–25,000

Polgahawela to Fort by train

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Distance: 74.1 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Polgahawela, Sri Lanka and Fort, Western, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Polgahawela Junction to Colombo Fort every 3 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Polgahawela to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily.

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