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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Alawwa

Composite routes from Colombo to Alawwa

Cheapest
1 h 6 min
Car
65 km.
from $3

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Alawwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.43–$1.15

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kegalle
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.65–$1.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Alawwa is to train which costs $1 - $1.20 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Alawwa is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $8.70 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Alawwa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Alawwa. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Colombo to Alawwa?

The distance between Colombo and Alawwa is 66 km. The road distance is 65.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Alawwa without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs $1 - $1.20 .

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Alawwa takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Alawwa train from?

Colombo to Alawwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Alawwa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Alawwa is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs $1 - $1.20 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.46 - $5.98 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Colombo to Alawwa train arrive?

Colombo to Alawwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Alawwa station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Alawwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Alawwa is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Colombo to Alawwa.

Where can I stay near Alawwa?

There are 60+ hotels available in Alawwa. Prices start at $14.74 per night.
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