There are 4 ways to get from Thihariya to Colombo by train, bus, car, or taxi
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Train
best- Take the train from Veyangoda to Colombo Forttrain Matale / ...
48 minRs 1,575–3,343Bus
cheapest- Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Colombo
1h 43mRs 497–2,910Drive 34.7 km
- Drive from Thihariya to Colombocar 34.7 km
36 minRs 1,562–2,257Taxi
- Take the taxi from Thihariya to Colombotaxi 34.7 km
36 minRs 9,500–12,000
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Thihariya to Colombo is to drive which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2300 and takes 36 min.
The fastest way to get from Thihariya to Colombo is to drive which takes 36 min and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2300.
No, there is no direct bus from Thihariya to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Nittambuwa and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
No, there is no direct train from Thihariya to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Veyangoda and arriving at Colombo Fort via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.
The distance between Thihariya and Colombo is 42 km. The road distance is 34.7 km.
The best way to get from Thihariya to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 3400.
It takes approximately 48 min to get from Thihariya to Colombo, including transfers.
Thihariya to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Nittambuwa station.
Thihariya to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Veyangoda station.
The best way to get from Thihariya to Colombo is to train which takes 48 min and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 3400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 490 - Rs. 3000 and takes 1h 43m.
What companies run services between Thihariya, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Veyangoda to Colombo Fort every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Nittambuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 150–170 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily.
- Phone
- +94 114 600 111
- Website
- Sri Lanka Railways
Train from Veyangoda to Colombo Fort
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- Rs 1,200–2,900
- Website
- Sri Lanka Railways
- 2nd Class Fare
- Rs 1,300–1,900
- 3rd Class Fare
- Rs 1,200–1,500
- Air Conditioned Saloon
- Rs 2,200–2,900
- Phone
- +94 011-2587372
- [email protected]
- Website
- National Transport Commission
Bus from Nittambuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- Rs 150–170
- Website
- National Transport Commission
- Schedules at
- NTC Schedules
- Standard
- Rs 150–170
- Semi Lux
- Rs 150–220
- Super Lux
- Rs 290–370
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including The London Underground: Essential tips to navigate the Tube, French strikes 2018: What are my alternative transport options?, and Why you should take the train in the US - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Booking & Getting There
Thihariya to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.
Thihariya to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.
Yes, the driving distance between Thihariya to Colombo is 35 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Thihariya to Colombo.
There are 1411+ hotels available in Colombo.









