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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Gampola
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
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 Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$2.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Gampola is to train which costs $1 - $2.50 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Gampola is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $326.09 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Gampola?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Gampola. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Colombo to Gampola?

The distance between Colombo and Gampola is 173 km. The road distance is 112 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Gampola without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $1 - $2.50 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Colombo to Gampola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Gampola train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Gampola?

The best way to get from Colombo to Gampola is to fly which takes 1h 51m and costs $326.09 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.50 and takes 3h 6m, you could also bus, which costs $4.67 - $6.52 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Colombo to Gampola train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Gampola?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Gampola is 112 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Colombo to Gampola.

Where can I stay near Gampola?

There are 1082+ hotels available in Gampola. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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