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

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Colombo Fort is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 10h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Colombo Fort is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 15000.

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Colombo Fort?

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 and Colombo Fort?

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 to Colombo Fort?

The distance between Badulla and Colombo Fort is 235 km. The road distance is 216.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Badulla to Colombo Fort without a car is to bus via Hali-Ela which takes 6h 1m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3600.

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

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

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

Badulla to Colombo Fort bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Hali-Ela station.

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

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

Train or bus from Badulla to Colombo Fort?

The best way to get from Badulla to Colombo Fort is to bus via Hali-Ela which takes 6h 1m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Badulla to Colombo Fort bus arrive?

Badulla to Colombo Fort bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Badulla to Colombo Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Badulla to Colombo Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Colombo Fort is 216 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Badulla to Colombo Fort.

Where can I stay near Colombo Fort?

There are 1412+ hotels available in Colombo Fort.

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

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

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Bus via Hali-Ela
best
1. Take the bus from Hali-Ela to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
6h 1m
Rs 2,833–3,548
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Route 99
6h 22m
Rs 900–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Badulla Station to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
10h 1m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 216.3 km
1. Drive from Badulla to Colombo Fortcar 216.3 km
3h 32m
Rs 9,737–14,064

Badulla to Colombo Fort by train

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10h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.7 km
Duration: 6h 1m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Hali-Ela to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,800 and the journey takes 5h 42m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Badulla Station to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 10h 1m.

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