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Colombo to Pilimathalawa

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103 km.
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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 Pilimatalawa
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.76–$2.29

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 Pilimathalawa?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Pilimathalawa is to train which costs $1 - $1.96 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Pilimathalawa is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs $326.09 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Pilimathalawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Pilimatalawa. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Colombo to Pilimathalawa?

The distance between Colombo and Pilimathalawa is 110 km. The road distance is 103.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Pilimathalawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $1 - $1.96 .

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

The train from Fort Station to Pilimatalawa takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Pilimathalawa train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Pilimathalawa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Pilimathalawa is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $1 - $1.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3.26 - $4.57 and takes 4h 21m, you could also fly, which costs $326.09 - $467.39 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Colombo to Pilimathalawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Pilimathalawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Pilimathalawa is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Colombo to Pilimathalawa.

Where can I stay near Pilimathalawa?

There are 1175+ hotels available in Pilimathalawa. Prices start at $24.57 per night.
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