What is the cheapest way to get from Wattala to Kegalle?

The cheapest way to get from Wattala to Kegalle is to bus which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2100 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wattala to Kegalle?

The fastest way to get from Wattala to Kegalle is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs Rs. 3200 - Rs. 4700.

Is there a direct bus between Wattala and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Wattala to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Wattala and arriving at Polgahawela via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Wattala and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct train from Wattala to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Hunupitiya and arriving at Polgahawela via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Wattala to Kegalle?

The distance between Wattala and Kegalle is 76 km. The road distance is 70.5 km.

How do I travel from Wattala to Kegalle without a car?

The best way to get from Wattala to Kegalle without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000.

How long does it take to get from Wattala to Kegalle?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Wattala to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wattala to Kegalle bus from?

Wattala to Kegalle bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo station.

Where do I catch the Wattala to Kegalle train from?

Wattala to Kegalle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ragama station.

Train or bus from Wattala to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Wattala to Kegalle is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2100 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Wattala to Kegalle bus arrive?

Wattala to Kegalle bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Where does the Wattala to Kegalle train arrive?

Wattala to Kegalle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Wattala to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Wattala to Kegalle is 71 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Wattala to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 118+ hotels available in Kegalle.

Wattala to Kegalle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Wattala to Kegalle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ragama to Polgahawelatrain Colombo / ...
2h 15m
Rs 3,071–6,621
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Polgahawelabus
3h 11m
Rs 1,579–2,047
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Armour street to Warakapolabus
2. Take the taxi from Warakapola to Kegalletaxi
2h 30m
Drive 70.5 km
1. Drive from Wattala to Kegallecar 70.5 km
1h 8m
Rs 3,198–4,620
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wattala to Kegalletaxi 70.5 km
1h 8m
Rs 19,000–23,000
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wattala to Pettahbus
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Colombo / ...
2h 50m

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Distance: 75.8 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Wattala, Sri Lanka and Kegalle, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ragama to Polgahawela 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Polgahawela once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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