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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya

Composite routes from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya

Cheapest
3 h 27 min
Car
196 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 23 min
Plane, Taxi
168 km.
from $436.57

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:
$206.52–$434.78

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.09–$3.59

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.85–$3.26

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya is to train which costs $1.09 - $3.59 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 23m and costs $260.87 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Ruwanwelisaya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Anuradhapura. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya?

The distance between Colombo and Ruwanwelisaya is 232 km. The road distance is 196 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $1.09 - $3.59 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $1.09 - $3.59 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.93 - $4.67 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya is 196 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Colombo to Ruwanwelisaya.

Where can I stay near Ruwanwelisaya?

There are 419+ hotels available in Ruwanwelisaya. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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