How to Travel from
Central to Colombo
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Cheapest
By car (134 km)
2 h 19 min
134 km.
from $7
Transport providers
Train operators
Sri Lanka Railways
Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Kandy to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$0.71–$2.17
Bus operators
National Transport Commission
Bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.98–$1.74
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Central to Colombo?
The cheapest way to get from Central to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $2.17 and takes 2h 37m.
What is the fastest way to get from Central to Colombo?
The fastest way to get from Central to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $14.13 - $22.83 .
Is there a direct bus between Central and Colombo?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.
Is there a direct train between Central and Colombo?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.
How far is it from Central to Colombo?
The distance between Central and Colombo is 121 km. The road distance is 113.3 km.
How do I travel from Central to Colombo without a car?
The best way to get from Central to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $1 - $2.17 .
How long does it take to get from Central to Colombo?
The train from Kandy to Fort Station takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Where do I catch the Central to Colombo bus from?
Central to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.
Where do I catch the Central to Colombo train from?
Central to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.
Train or bus from Central to Colombo?
The best way to get from Central to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $1 - $2.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $1.74 and takes 4h 10m.
Where does the Central to Colombo bus arrive?
Central to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.
Where does the Central to Colombo train arrive?
Central to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.
Can I drive from Central to Colombo?
Yes, the driving distance between Central to Colombo is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Central 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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