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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Katunayake

Composite routes from Colombo to Katunayake

Cheapest
26 min
Car
32 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Colombo to Colombo

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Katunayake
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.26–$0.82

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.27–$0.65

BIA Shuttle Service

Phone:
+94 112 264 444
Email:
Website:
airport.lk
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.34

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Katunayake is to train which costs $1 - $1 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Katunayake is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $4.24 - $6.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Katunayake?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Katunayake Airport Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Katunayake?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Katunayake. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Colombo to Katunayake?

The distance between Colombo and Katunayake is 32 km. The road distance is 32.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Katunayake without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $1 - $8.70 .

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

The bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake Airport Bus Station takes 45 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Katunayake bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Katunayake train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Katunayake?

The best way to get from Colombo to Katunayake is to bus which takes 45 min and costs $1 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $1 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Colombo to Katunayake bus arrive?

Colombo to Katunayake bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Katunayake Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Colombo to Katunayake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Katunayake?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Katunayake is 32 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Colombo to Katunayake.

Where can I stay near Katunayake?

There are 1006+ hotels available in Katunayake. Prices start at $15.33 per night.
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