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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Taprobane Island

Composite routes from Colombo to Taprobane Island

Cheapest
1 h 54 min
Car
143 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Weligama
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.78–$6.98

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Fort Station to Matara
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.39

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Taprobane Island?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Taprobane Island is to train which costs $1 - $7.07 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Taprobane Island?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Taprobane Island is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Taprobane Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Weligama. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Colombo to Taprobane Island?

The distance between Colombo and Taprobane Island is 143 km. The road distance is 143.1 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Taprobane Island without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Taprobane Island without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $1 - $7.07 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Taprobane Island?

The train from Fort Station to Weligama takes 2h 53m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Taprobane Island train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Taprobane Island?

The best way to get from Colombo to Taprobane Island is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $1 - $7.07 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.24 - $13.04 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Colombo to Taprobane Island train arrive?

Colombo to Taprobane Island train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Weligama station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Taprobane Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Taprobane Island is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Colombo to Taprobane Island.

Where can I stay near Taprobane Island?

There are 4026+ hotels available in Taprobane Island. Prices start at $15.23 per night.
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