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By car (127 km)
1 h 38 min
127 km.
from $6
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Rideshare
1 h 38 min
127 km.
from $4.83
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–$444.63

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–$6.96

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 Colombo?

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

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $282.61 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Colombo?

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

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 Colombo?

The distance between Galle and Colombo is 188 km. The road distance is 125.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Colombo 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 Colombo?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Colombo?

The best way to get from Galle to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $282.61 - $445.65 . 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 Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Colombo is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Galle to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.01 per night.
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