What is the cheapest way to get from Port City Colombo to Galle?

The cheapest way to get from Port City Colombo to Galle is to train which costs Rs. 200 - Rs. 3000 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port City Colombo to Galle?

The fastest way to get from Port City Colombo to Galle is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Port City Colombo and Galle?

No, there is no direct bus from Port City Colombo to Galle station. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Galle Bus Station via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Port City Colombo and Galle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Galle. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Port City Colombo to Galle?

The distance between Port City Colombo and Galle is 115 km. The road distance is 120.6 km.

How do I travel from Port City Colombo to Galle without a car?

The best way to get from Port City Colombo to Galle without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs Rs. 200 - Rs. 3000.

How long does it take to get from Port City Colombo to Galle?

The train from Fort Station to Galle takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Port City Colombo to Galle bus from?

Port City Colombo to Galle bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Port City Colombo to Galle train from?

Port City Colombo to Galle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Port City Colombo to Galle?

The best way to get from Port City Colombo to Galle is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs Rs. 200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Port City Colombo to Galle bus arrive?

Port City Colombo to Galle bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Where does the Port City Colombo to Galle train arrive?

Port City Colombo to Galle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Galle station.

Can I drive from Port City Colombo to Galle?

Yes, the driving distance between Port City Colombo to Galle is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Port City Colombo to Galle.

Where can I stay near Galle?

There are 3718+ hotels available in Galle.

Port City Colombo to Galle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Port City Colombo to Galle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Galletrain Maradana
1h 59m
Rs 200–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Kadawathabus
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Galle Bus Stationbus Kadawatha
2h 30m
Drive 120.6 km
1. Drive from Port City Colombo to Gallecar 120.6 km
1h 42m
Rs 5,399–7,798
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port City Colombo to Galletaxi 120.6 km
1h 42m
Rs 33,000–40,000

Port City Colombo to Galle by train

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Distance: 114.7 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Port City Colombo, Sri Lanka and Galle, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Galle 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pettah to Galle Bus Station via Kadawatha in around 2h 30m.

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