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By car (128 km)
1 h 39 min
128 km.
from $7
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Rideshare
1 h 39 min
128 km.
from $4.87
Bus
3 h 52 min
106 km.

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 Pettah?

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

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Pettah is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $282.61 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Pettah?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Pettah. 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 Pettah?

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 Pettah?

The distance between Galle and Pettah is 187 km. The road distance is 128.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Pettah 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 Pettah?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Galle to Pettah, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Pettah bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Pettah train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Pettah?

The best way to get from Galle to Pettah is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $282.61 - $456.52 . 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 Pettah bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Pettah train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Pettah?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Pettah is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Galle to Pettah.

Where can I stay near Pettah?

There are 1082+ hotels available in Pettah. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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