What is the cheapest way to get from Badulla Station to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla Station to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 10h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Badulla Station to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Badulla Station to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Badulla Station and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Badulla Main Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla Station and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Badulla Station station and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 1m.

How far is it from Badulla Station to Colombo?

The distance between Badulla Station and Colombo is 212 km. The road distance is 207.1 km.

How do I travel from Badulla Station to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Badulla Station to Colombo without a car is to bus via Welimada which takes 6h 1m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 6000.

How long does it take to get from Badulla Station to Colombo?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Badulla Station to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla Station to Colombo bus from?

Badulla Station to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Badulla Main Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Badulla Station to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Badulla Station to Colombo?

The best way to get from Badulla Station to Colombo is to bus via Welimada which takes 6h 1m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Badulla Station to Colombo bus arrive?

Badulla Station to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Badulla Station to Colombo train arrive?

Badulla Station to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Badulla Station to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla Station to Colombo is 207 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Badulla Station to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

Badulla Station to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Badulla Station to Colombo by bus, train, or car

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

Bus via Welimada
best
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal79-1
6h 1m
Rs 4,715–5,563
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalRoute 99
6h 26m
Rs 900–2,400
Train
1. Take the train from Badulla Station to Fort StationBadulla
10h 1m
Rs 1,300–9,500
Drive 207.1 km
1. Drive from Badulla Station to Colombo207.1 km
3h 43m
Rs 8,715–12,588

Badulla Station to Colombo by train

22Weekly Trains

10h 1mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Badulla Station to Colombo.

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Distance: 211.9 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Badulla Station, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost Rs 600–700 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Badulla Station to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–9,500 and the journey takes 10h 1m.

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