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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Pattipola

Composite routes from Colombo to Pattipola

Cheapest
2 h 57 min
Car
172 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hatton
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$282.61–$391.30

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Pattipola
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.30–$4.13

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.63–$2.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Pattipola is to train which costs $1.30 - $4.13 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Pattipola is to fly which takes 2h 7m and costs $326.09 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Pattipola?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Pattipola. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Colombo to Pattipola?

The distance between Colombo and Pattipola is 174 km. The road distance is 172.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Pattipola without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $11.96 - $16.30 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Colombo to Pattipola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Pattipola train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Pattipola?

The best way to get from Colombo to Pattipola is to fly which takes 2h 7m and costs $326.09 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11.96 - $16.30 and takes 5h 55m, you could also train, which costs $1.30 - $4.13 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Colombo to Pattipola train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Pattipola?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Pattipola is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Colombo to Pattipola.

Where can I stay near Pattipola?

There are 1603+ hotels available in Pattipola. Prices start at $47.75 per night.
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