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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Kurunegala

Composite routes from Colombo to Kurunegala

Cheapest
1 h 36 min
Car
93 km.
from $5

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.54–$1.74

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.82–$1.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kurunegala is to train which costs $1 - $1.74 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kurunegala is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kurunegala?

The distance between Colombo and Kurunegala is 95 km. The road distance is 93.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kurunegala without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $1 - $1.74 .

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Kurunegala takes 1h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kurunegala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kurunegala train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Kurunegala?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kurunegala is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $1 - $1.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $1.41 and takes 2h.

Where does the Colombo to Kurunegala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Kurunegala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kurunegala is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Colombo to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 78+ hotels available in Kurunegala. Prices start at $14.63 per night.
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