Sri Lanka to Colombo

Sri Lanka to Colombo

Sri Lanka
Colombo
Fri, May 31
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$5
 
 
$762

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Sri Lanka to Colombo Schedule

Sri Lanka to Colombo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lakpura Minivan 4pax Any timeLKR 26,613
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 03:38 - 00:00LKR 3,125
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 05:57 - 13:03LKR 2,390
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 07:06 - 13:12LKR 2,180
Sri Lanka Bus Service Super Luxury 08:00 - 09:20LKR 2,288
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 11:19 - 13:03LKR 1,865
Sri Lanka Bus Service Super Luxury 12:00 - 13:20LKR 2,276
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 15:29 - 20:20LKR 3,650
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 16:25 - 20:55LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 19:30 - 20:55LKR 1,550
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Sleeperetts 21:55 - 05:40LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Sleeperetts 23:12 - 04:53LKR 1,970

Transportation from Sri Lanka to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Sri Lanka to Colombo

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport10m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:12 PM
Departures per day552
Distance9 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Ceylon Roots, Disaru Expressway, Lakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours, Tuktukdude Leisure

How to get from Sri Lanka to Colombo

When you want to get from Sri Lanka to Colombo, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 761.49. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 4.83.

How far is Sri Lanka from Colombo?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sri Lanka to Colombo. Your trip will be a total of 6 miles (9 km). The flying distance is 6 miles (9 km).

How long does it take to get from Sri Lanka to Colombo?

The travel time from Sri Lanka to Colombo can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 23 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sri Lanka to Colombo?

The cost of the trip from Sri Lanka to Colombo varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 4.83 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 761.49.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Sri Lanka to Colombo:

  • Train tickets - USD 4.83 to USD 32.28;
  • Van price : USD 8.40 - USD 120.00;
  • Bus tickets - USD 11.20 to USD 22.10;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 88.32 - USD 484.75. From Sri Lanka to Colombo starting from 00:00 Matara until 00:00 Matara
  • taxi+Van price: USD 98.14 - USD 123.66. From Sri Lanka to Colombo starting from 00:00 Ambalangoda until 00:00 Ambalangoda
  • flight+taxi price: USD 165.80. From Sri Lanka to Colombo starting from 00:00 Colombo Transfer until 00:00 Colombo Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 16.50 to USD 761.49.

How many trips per day are there between Sri Lanka and Colombo?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 140 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 01:25 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:45. There are 15 available bus trips every day.
  • 13 by Bus+taxi from Sri Lanka to Colombo starting from 00:00 Matara until 00:00 Matara
  • Vans from Sri Lanka to Colombo depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
  • 2 by taxi+Van from Sri Lanka to Colombo starting from 00:00 Ambalangoda until 00:00 Ambalangoda
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Sri Lanka to Colombo any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Sri Lanka to Colombo is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Sri Lanka to Colombo. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 16.50.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Sri Lanka to Colombo. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Sri Lanka to Colombo.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Sri Lanka to Colombo

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sri Lanka to Colombo? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 61% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 32% decided to go for a bus.
  • 3% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other