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195 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 Ella
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.72

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dowa
Ave. Duration:
5h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.56–$5.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kithalella is to train which costs $1.52 - $4.89 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kithalella is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $26.09 - $38.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kithalella?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Dowa. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kithalella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Ella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kithalella?

The distance between Colombo and Kithalella is 197 km. The road distance is 196.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kithalella without a car is to bus which takes 5h 33m and costs $3.04 - $4.35 .

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

The bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dowa takes 5h 33m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kithalella bus from?

Colombo to Kithalella bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kithalella train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Kithalella?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kithalella is to bus which takes 5h 33m and costs $3.04 - $4.35 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $4.89 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Colombo to Kithalella bus arrive?

Colombo to Kithalella bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Dowa station.

Where does the Colombo to Kithalella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kithalella?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kithalella is 196 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Colombo to Kithalella.

Where can I stay near Kithalella?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Kithalella. Prices start at $47.75 per night.
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