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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Talawakele

Composite routes from Colombo to Talawakele

Cheapest
2 h 16 min
Car
136 km.
from $7

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 Talawakele
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.09–$3.48

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.50

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.28
Bus from Colombo to Talawakelle
Ave. Duration:
5h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Talawakele is to train which costs $1.09 - $3.48 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Talawakele is to fly which takes 1h 26m and costs $315.22 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Talawakele?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo and arriving at Talawakelle. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Talawakele?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Talawakele. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Colombo to Talawakele?

The distance between Colombo and Talawakele is 138 km. The road distance is 136.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Talawakele without a car is to bus via Nuwara Eliya which takes 4h 58m and costs $5.43 - $7.61 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Colombo to Talawakele, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Talawakele bus from?

Colombo to Talawakele bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Talawakele train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Talawakele?

The best way to get from Colombo to Talawakele is to fly which takes 1h 26m and costs $315.22 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via Nuwara Eliya, which costs $5.43 - $7.61 and takes 4h 58m, you could also train, which costs $1.09 - $3.48 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Colombo to Talawakele bus arrive?

Colombo to Talawakele bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Talawakelle station.

What is the time difference between Colombo and Talawakele?

It is currently 13:41 at both, Colombo and Talawakele.

Where does the Colombo to Talawakele train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Talawakele?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Talawakele is 136 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Colombo to Talawakele.

Where can I stay near Talawakele?

There are 793+ hotels available in Talawakele. Prices start at $27.39 per night.
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