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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Kataragama

Composite routes from Colombo to Kataragama

Cheapest
3 h 42 min
Car
223 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Cinnamon Air
Website
Cinnamon Air
Website
30 min
Every day
$206.52–$293.48
+94 11 2 475 475
+94 11 2 475 475
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Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
3h 48m
5 times a day
$0.79–$7.15
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 1
National Transport Commission
Website
National Transport Commission
Website
8h
Every 30 minutes
$2.17–$3.91
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kataragama is to bus which costs $2.17 - $3.91 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kataragama is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kataragama?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kataragama. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Colombo to Kataragama?

The distance between Colombo and Kataragama is 271 km. The road distance is 256.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kataragama without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 8m and costs $81.52 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Colombo to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kataragama bus from?

Colombo to Kataragama bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Colombo to Kataragama bus arrive?

Colombo to Kataragama bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kataragama station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kataragama is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Colombo to Kataragama.

Where can I stay near Kataragama?

There are 363+ hotels available in Kataragama. Prices start at $64.38 per night.
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