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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Bowatta

Composite routes from Colombo to Bowatta

Cheapest
2 h 22 min
Car
134 km.
from $7
Other
2 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
100 km.
from $296.04

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.48–$413.04
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$434.78

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Ukuwela
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.82–$2.50

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.98–$1.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Bowatta is to train which costs $1 - $2.50 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Bowatta is to fly which takes 1h 40m and costs $326.09 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Bowatta?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Ukuwela. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Colombo to Bowatta?

The distance between Colombo and Bowatta is 161 km. The road distance is 134.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Bowatta without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs $1 - $2.50 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Colombo to Bowatta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Bowatta train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Bowatta?

The best way to get from Colombo to Bowatta is to fly which takes 1h 40m and costs $326.09 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.50 and takes 4h 32m, you could also bus, which costs $5 - $7.07 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Colombo to Bowatta train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Bowatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Bowatta is 135 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Colombo to Bowatta.

Where can I stay near Bowatta?

There are 1136+ hotels available in Bowatta. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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