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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Kathaluwa

Composite routes from Colombo to Kathaluwa

Cheapest
1 h 46 min
Car
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 Fort Station to Kathaluwa
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.76–$6.90

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kathaluwa is to train which costs $1 - $7.07 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kathaluwa is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kathaluwa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Kathaluwa. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kathaluwa?

The distance between Colombo and Kathaluwa is 132 km. The road distance is 134.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kathaluwa without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $1 - $7.07 .

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

The train from Fort Station to Kathaluwa takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kathaluwa train from?

Colombo to Kathaluwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Kathaluwa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kathaluwa is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $1 - $7.07 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $40.22 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Colombo to Kathaluwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kathaluwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kathaluwa is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Colombo to Kathaluwa.

Where can I stay near Kathaluwa?

There are 4175+ hotels available in Kathaluwa. Prices start at $15.72 per night.
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