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Two ways to Travel from Badulla to Colombo

Composite routes from Badulla to Colombo

Cheapest
3 h 28 min
Car
216 km.
from $11
Other
3 h 28 min
Rideshare
216 km.
from $8.22

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Badulla Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
10h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.97

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.56–$5.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Badulla to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Colombo is to train which costs $1.52 - $5.11 and takes 10h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Badulla to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Badulla Main Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Badulla Station station and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 1m.

How far is it from Badulla to Colombo?

The distance between Badulla and Colombo is 221 km. The road distance is 217.8 km.

How do I travel from Badulla to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Badulla to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $3.04 - $8.15 .

How long does it take to get from Badulla to Colombo?

The bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Colombo bus from?

Badulla to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Badulla Main Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Colombo train from?

Badulla to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Badulla Station.

Train or bus from Badulla to Colombo?

The best way to get from Badulla to Colombo is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $3.04 - $8.15 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $5.11 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Badulla to Colombo bus arrive?

Badulla to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Badulla to Colombo train arrive?

Badulla to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Colombo is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Badulla to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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