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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Welihena

Composite routes from Colombo to Welihena

Cheapest
38 min
Car
42 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Kochchikade
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.32–$0.92

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Kochchikade
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.27–$0.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Welihena is to train which costs $1 - $1 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Welihena is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5.43 - $8.15 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Welihena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Kochchikade. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Welihena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kochchikade. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Colombo to Welihena?

The distance between Colombo and Welihena is 48 km. The road distance is 42.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Welihena without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs .

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

The bus from Pettah to Kochchikade takes 1h including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Welihena bus from?

Colombo to Welihena bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Welihena train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Welihena?

The best way to get from Colombo to Welihena is to bus which takes 1h and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $1 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Colombo to Welihena bus arrive?

Colombo to Welihena bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kochchikade station.

Where does the Colombo to Welihena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Welihena?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Welihena is 43 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Colombo to Welihena.

Where can I stay near Welihena?

There are 965+ hotels available in Welihena. Prices start at $14.85 per night.
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