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By car (129 km)
1 h 40 min
129 km.
from $7
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1 h 40 min
129 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Galle
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center to Galle
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 Colombo City to Makumbura
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Pettah to Galle is to train which costs $1 - $5.98 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pettah to Galle is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Pettah and Galle?

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

Is there a direct train between Pettah and Galle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Galle. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Pettah to Galle?

The distance between Pettah and Galle is 115 km. The road distance is 129.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pettah to Galle without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $1 - $5.98 .

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

The train from Fort Station to Galle takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Pettah to Galle bus from?

Pettah to Galle bus services, operated by BIA Shuttle Service, depart from Colombo City station.

Where do I catch the Pettah to Galle train from?

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

Train or bus from Pettah to Galle?

The best way to get from Pettah to Galle is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $1 - $5.98 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Pettah to Galle bus arrive?

Pettah to Galle bus services, operated by BIA Shuttle Service, arrive at Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centra station.

What is the time difference between Pettah and Galle?

It is currently 09:49 at both, Pettah and Galle.

Where does the Pettah to Galle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pettah to Galle?

Yes, the driving distance between Pettah to Galle is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Pettah to Galle.

Where can I stay near Galle?

There are 3372+ hotels available in Galle. Prices start at $34.39 per night.
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