What is the cheapest way to get from Awukana (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Awukana (Station) to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 5500 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Awukana (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Awukana (Station) to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct train between Awukana (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Awukana and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Awukana (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Awukana (Station) and Colombo is 175 km. The road distance is 167.7 km.

How do I travel from Awukana (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Awukana (Station) to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 5500.

How long does it take to get from Awukana (Station) to Colombo?

The train from Awukana to Maradana takes 3h 14m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Awukana (Station) to Colombo train from?

Awukana (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Awukana station.

Train or bus from Awukana (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Awukana (Station) to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 4900 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Awukana (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Awukana (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Awukana (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Awukana (Station) to Colombo is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Awukana (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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Awukana (Station) to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Awukana (Station) to Colombo by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Awukana to Maradanatrain Batticaloa
3h 14m
Rs 1,300–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
4h 2m
Rs 2,575–4,853
Drive 167.7 km
1. Drive from Awukana (Station) to Colombocar 167.7 km
2h 41m
Rs 7,083–10,231
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Awukana (Station) to Colombotaxi 167.7 km
2h 41m
Rs 46,000–55,000

Awukana (Station) to Colombo by train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.9 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Awukana (Station), Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Awukana to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 510–570 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily.

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