What is the cheapest way to get from Ratmalana to Slave Island?

The cheapest way to get from Ratmalana to Slave Island is to drive which costs Rs. 550 - Rs. 900 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ratmalana to Slave Island?

The fastest way to get from Ratmalana to Slave Island is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 4300.

Is there a direct bus between Ratmalana and Slave Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ratmalana and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Ratmalana and Slave Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mount Lavinia and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Ratmalana to Slave Island?

The distance between Ratmalana and Slave Island is 13 km. The road distance is 13.1 km.

How do I travel from Ratmalana to Slave Island without a car?

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Slave Island without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900.

How long does it take to get from Ratmalana to Slave Island?

The train from Mount Lavinia to Fort Station takes 19 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Slave Island bus from?

Ratmalana to Slave Island bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Ratmalana station.

Where do I catch the Ratmalana to Slave Island train from?

Ratmalana to Slave Island train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Mount Lavinia station.

Train or bus from Ratmalana to Slave Island?

The best way to get from Ratmalana to Slave Island is to train which takes 19 min and costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Ratmalana to Slave Island bus arrive?

Ratmalana to Slave Island bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Ratmalana to Slave Island train arrive?

Ratmalana to Slave Island train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Ratmalana to Slave Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratmalana to Slave Island is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Ratmalana to Slave Island.

Where can I stay near Slave Island?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Slave Island.

Ratmalana to Slave Island - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ratmalana to Slave Island by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mount Lavinia to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta / ...
19 min
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 13.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ratmalana to Slave Islandcar 13.1 km
15 min
Rs 598–863
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ratmalana to Pettahbus
1h 13m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratmalana to Slave Islandtaxi 13.1 km
15 min
Rs 3,600–4,300

Ratmalana to Slave Island by train

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Distance: 12.5 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Ratmalana, Sri Lanka and Slave Island, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Mount Lavinia to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Ratmalana to Pettah 3 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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