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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Talpe to Colombo

Composite routes from Talpe to Colombo

Cheapest
1 h 37 min
Car
129 km.
from $7

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 Talpe to Fort
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$7.65

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.79

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Talpe (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Talpe (Station) to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $6.52 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Talpe (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Talpe (Station) to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 6m and costs $271.74 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct train between Talpe (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Talpe and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Talpe (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Talpe (Station) and Colombo is 177 km. The road distance is 127.7 km.

How do I travel from Talpe (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Talpe (Station) to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 3h 13m and costs $18.48 - $23.91 .

How long does it take to get from Talpe (Station) to Colombo?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Talpe (Station) to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Talpe (Station) to Colombo train from?

Talpe (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Talpe station.

Train, bus or fly from Talpe (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Talpe (Station) to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 6m and costs $271.74 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $23.91 and takes 3h 13m, you could also train, which costs $1 - $6.52 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Talpe (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Talpe (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Talpe (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Talpe (Station) to Colombo is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Talpe (Station) 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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