What is the cheapest way to get from Wellawatte to Chilaw?

The cheapest way to get from Wellawatte to Chilaw is to train which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellawatte to Chilaw?

The fastest way to get from Wellawatte to Chilaw is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs Rs. 3900 - Rs. 6000.

Is there a direct bus between Wellawatte and Chilaw?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellawatta and arriving at Chilaw. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Wellawatte and Chilaw?

No, there is no direct train from Wellawatte to Chilaw. However, there are services departing from Wellawatta and arriving at Chilaw via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Wellawatte to Chilaw?

The distance between Wellawatte and Chilaw is 96 km. The road distance is 86.1 km.

How do I travel from Wellawatte to Chilaw without a car?

The best way to get from Wellawatte to Chilaw without a car is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Wellawatte to Chilaw?

The bus from Wellawatta to Chilaw takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Wellawatte to Chilaw bus from?

Wellawatte to Chilaw bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Wellawatta station.

Where do I catch the Wellawatte to Chilaw train from?

Wellawatte to Chilaw train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Wellawatta station.

Train or bus from Wellawatte to Chilaw?

The best way to get from Wellawatte to Chilaw is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Wellawatte to Chilaw bus arrive?

Wellawatte to Chilaw bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Chilaw station.

Where does the Wellawatte to Chilaw train arrive?

Wellawatte to Chilaw train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Wellawatte to Chilaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Wellawatte to Chilaw is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Wellawatte to Chilaw.

Where can I stay near Chilaw?

There are 55+ hotels available in Chilaw.

Wellawatte to Chilaw - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Wellawatte to Chilaw by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wellawatta to Chilawbus
1h 50m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wellawatta to Ragamatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
2. Take the train from Ragama to Chilawtrain Colombo
4h 22m
Rs 2,387–5,744
Drive 86.1 km
1. Drive from Wellawatte to Chilawcar 86.1 km
1h 18m
Rs 3,923–5,666
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wellawatte to Chilawtaxi 86.1 km
1h 18m
Rs 23,000–28,000

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Distance: 95.7 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Wellawatte, Sri Lanka and Chilaw, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Wellawatta to Chilaw twice daily, and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wellawatta to Chilaw via Ragama in around 4h 22m.

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