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

The cheapest way to get from Slave Island to Hikkaduwa is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slave Island to Hikkaduwa is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

Is there a direct bus between Slave Island and Hikkaduwa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo and arriving at Hikkaduwa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Slave Island and Hikkaduwa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Hikkaduwa. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Slave Island to Hikkaduwa?

The distance between Slave Island and Hikkaduwa is 96 km. The road distance is 98.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Slave Island to Hikkaduwa without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

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

The train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwa takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Slave Island to Hikkaduwa?

The best way to get from Slave Island to Hikkaduwa is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Slave Island to Hikkaduwa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Slave Island to Hikkaduwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Slave Island to Hikkaduwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Slave Island to Hikkaduwa is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Slave Island to Hikkaduwa.

Where can I stay near Hikkaduwa?

There are 2806+ hotels available in Hikkaduwa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwatrain Maradana
1h 41m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwabus
1h 59m
Rs 850–1,200
Drive 98.1 km
1. Drive from Slave Island to Hikkaduwacar 98.1 km
1h 45m
Rs 4,449–6,426
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Slave Island to Hikkaduwataxi 98.1 km
1h 45m
Rs 27,000–32,000

Slave Island to Hikkaduwa by train

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1h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.8 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwa 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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