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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Thambuttegama to Colombo

Composite routes from Thambuttegama to Colombo

Cheapest
3 h 2 min
Car
172 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Thambuttegama to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.14–$3.68

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Tambuttegam to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.78–$3.18

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Thambuttegama to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $3.15 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thambuttegama to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Thambuttegama and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tambuttegam and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Thambuttegama and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thambuttegama and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Thambuttegama to Colombo?

The distance between Thambuttegama and Colombo is 179 km. The road distance is 169.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Thambuttegama to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $1 - $3.15 .

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

The train from Thambuttegama to Colombo Fort takes 3h 59m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Thambuttegama to Colombo bus from?

Thambuttegama to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Tambuttegam station.

Where do I catch the Thambuttegama to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Thambuttegama to Colombo?

The best way to get from Thambuttegama to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $1 - $3.15 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.52 - $2.72 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Thambuttegama to Colombo bus arrive?

Thambuttegama to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Thambuttegama to Colombo train arrive?

Thambuttegama to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Thambuttegama to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Thambuttegama to Colombo is 170 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Thambuttegama 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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