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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galle to Fort

Composite routes from Galle to Fort

Cheapest
1 h 38 min
Car
124 km.
from $6
Other
3 h 52 min
106 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$457.33

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Galle to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91

BIA Shuttle Service

Phone:
+94 112 264 444
Email:
Website:
airport.lk
Bus from Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centra to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galle to Fort?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Fort is to train which costs $1 - $5.98 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle to Fort?

The fastest way to get from Galle to Fort is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $282.61 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Fort?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Fort. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Colombo City via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Fort?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galle and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Galle to Fort?

The distance between Galle and Fort is 189 km. The road distance is 124.9 km.

How do I travel from Galle to Fort without a car?

The best way to get from Galle to Fort without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $1 - $5.98 .

How long does it take to get from Galle to Fort?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Galle to Fort, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Fort bus from?

Galle to Fort bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Galle Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Galle to Fort train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Fort?

The best way to get from Galle to Fort is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $282.61 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $5.98 and takes 2h 38m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Galle to Fort bus arrive?

Galle to Fort bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center station.

Where does the Galle to Fort train arrive?

Galle to Fort train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Galle to Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Fort is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Galle to Fort.

Where can I stay near Fort?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Fort. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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