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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Chilaw

Composite routes from Colombo to Chilaw

Cheapest
1 h 20 min
Car
80 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Chilaw
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.49–$1.52

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Chilaw
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Chilaw is to train which costs $1 - $1.52 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Chilaw is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $10.33 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Chilaw?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Chilaw. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Chilaw?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Chilaw. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Colombo to Chilaw?

The distance between Colombo and Chilaw is 87 km. The road distance is 80.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Chilaw without a car is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs .

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

The bus from Pettah to Chilaw takes 1h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Chilaw bus from?

Colombo to Chilaw bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Chilaw train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Chilaw?

The best way to get from Colombo to Chilaw is to bus which takes 1h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $1.52 and takes 3h 4m. There are no good options to fly between Colombo to Chilaw.

Where does the Colombo to Chilaw bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Chilaw train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Chilaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Chilaw is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Colombo to Chilaw.

Where can I stay near Chilaw?

There are 47+ hotels available in Chilaw. Prices start at $14.74 per night.
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