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

The cheapest way to get from Balana Fort to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balana Fort to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs Rs. 4400 - Rs. 6500.

Is there a direct bus between Balana Fort and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Balana Fort station to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Balana Fort and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balana and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Balana Fort to Colombo?

The distance between Balana Fort and Colombo is 104 km. The road distance is 99.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Balana Fort to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

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

The train from Balana to Fort Station takes 2h 17m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Balana Fort to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

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

Balana Fort to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Balana station.

Train or bus from Balana Fort to Colombo?

The best way to get from Balana Fort to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 3300 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Balana Fort to Colombo bus arrive?

Balana Fort to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Balana Fort to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balana Fort to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Balana Fort to Colombo is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Balana Fort to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balana to Fort Stationtrain Badulla / ...
2h 49m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Kandy
4h 11m
Rs 1,574–3,280
Drive 99.8 km
1. Drive from Balana Fort to Colombocar 99.8 km
1h 47m
Rs 4,464–6,447
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balana Fort to Colombotaxi 99.8 km
1h 47m
Rs 27,000–33,000

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Distance: 104 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Balana to Fort Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 3h.

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