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Colombo to Mollipothana

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Mollipothana

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$489.13

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Mollipothana
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.41–$4.57

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Nittambuwa to Mollipothana
Ave. Duration:
5h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$7.61

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nittambuwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.33–$0.71
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomalee
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.17–$3.80

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Mollipothana is to train which costs $1.41 - $4.57 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Mollipothana is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 9m and costs $250 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Mollipothana?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Mollipothana. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Mollipothana via Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Mollipothana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Mollipothana. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Colombo to Mollipothana?

The distance between Colombo and Mollipothana is 230 km. The road distance is 230.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Mollipothana without a car is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs $1.41 - $4.57 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Colombo to Mollipothana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mollipothana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mollipothana train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Mollipothana?

The best way to get from Colombo to Mollipothana is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs $1.41 - $4.57 . Alternatively, you can bus via Veyangoda, which costs $5.98 - $8.70 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Colombo to Mollipothana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Mollipothana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Mollipothana?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Mollipothana is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Colombo to Mollipothana.

Where can I stay near Mollipothana?

There are 168+ hotels available in Mollipothana. Prices start at $5.71 per night.
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