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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Gampola to Colombo

Composite routes from Gampola to Colombo

Cheapest
2 h 4 min
Car
112 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Gampola to Fort
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.95–$2.92

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.03

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Gampola to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $2.50 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gampola to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct train between Gampola and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gampola and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Gampola to Colombo?

The distance between Gampola and Colombo is 140 km. The road distance is 111.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Gampola to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs $1 - $2.50 .

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

The train from Gampola to Fort Station takes 3h 13m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Gampola to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Gampola to Colombo?

The best way to get from Gampola to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs $1 - $2.50 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.57 - $6.52 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Gampola to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gampola to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Gampola to Colombo is 111 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Gampola to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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