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

The cheapest way to get from Polgolla to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1100 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Polgolla to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Polgolla and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Polgolla 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 19m.

Is there a direct train between Polgolla and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katugastota and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Polgolla to Colombo?

The distance between Polgolla and Colombo is 127 km. The road distance is 120 km.

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

The best way to get from Polgolla to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

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

The train from Katugastota to Colombo Fort takes 3h 39m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Polgolla to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Polgolla to Colombo train from?

Polgolla to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Katugastota station.

Train or bus from Polgolla to Colombo?

The best way to get from Polgolla to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1100 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Polgolla to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Polgolla to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Polgolla to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Polgolla to Colombo is 120 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Polgolla to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

Polgolla to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Polgolla to Colombo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Katugastota to Colombo Forttrain Matale
3h 39m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Colombo
4h 19m
Rs 882–1,022
Drive 120 km
1. Drive from Polgolla to Colombocar 120 km
2h 3m
Rs 5,383–7,776
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Polgolla to Colombotaxi 120 km
2h 3m
Rs 33,000–39,000

Polgolla to Colombo by train

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Distance: 126.7 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Katugastota to Colombo Fort once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 3h 39m. 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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