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

The cheapest way to get from Slave Island to Bentota is to bus which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1100 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slave Island to Bentota is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2900.

Is there a direct bus between Slave Island and Bentota?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo and arriving at Aluthgama. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Slave Island and Bentota?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Bentota. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Slave Island to Bentota?

The distance between Slave Island and Bentota is 61 km. The road distance is 61.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Slave Island to Bentota without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2900.

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

The train from Fort Station to Bentota takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Slave Island to Bentota bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo station.

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

Slave Island to Bentota train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Slave Island to Bentota?

The best way to get from Slave Island to Bentota is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1100 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Slave Island to Bentota bus arrive?

Slave Island to Bentota bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Aluthgama station.

Where does the Slave Island to Bentota train arrive?

Slave Island to Bentota train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bentota station.

Can I drive from Slave Island to Bentota?

Yes, the driving distance between Slave Island to Bentota is 62 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Slave Island to Bentota.

Where can I stay near Bentota?

There are 901+ hotels available in Bentota.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Bentotatrain Maradana
1h 8m
Rs 1,200–2,900
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Aluthgamabus
1h 15m
Rs 800–1,100
Drive 61.8 km
1. Drive from Slave Island to Bentotacar 61.8 km
1h 11m
Rs 2,809–4,057
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Slave Island to Bentotataxi 61.8 km
1h 11m
Rs 18,000–22,000

Slave Island to Bentota by train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.4 km
Duration: 1h 8m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Bentota twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Aluthgama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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