What is the cheapest way to get from Balapitiya to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Balapitiya to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2300 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balapitiya to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Balapitiya to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs Rs. 3600 - Rs. 5500.

Is there a direct bus between Balapitiya and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Balapitiya to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Kurundugaha Heththapma and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Balapitiya and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Balapitiya to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Ambalangoda and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Balapitiya to Colombo?

The distance between Balapitiya and Colombo is 104 km. The road distance is 80.5 km.

How do I travel from Balapitiya to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Balapitiya to Colombo without a car is to bus via Kurundugaha Heththapma which takes 1h 59m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200.

How long does it take to get from Balapitiya to Colombo?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Balapitiya to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balapitiya to Colombo bus from?

Balapitiya to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kurundugaha Heththapma station.

Where do I catch the Balapitiya to Colombo train from?

Balapitiya to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ambalangoda station.

Train or bus from Balapitiya to Colombo?

The best way to get from Balapitiya to Colombo is to bus via Kurundugaha Heththapma which takes 1h 59m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 4200 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Balapitiya to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balapitiya to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balapitiya to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Balapitiya to Colombo is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Balapitiya to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

Balapitiya to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

How to get fromBalapitiya to Colombo

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Balapitiya to Colombo by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Kurundugaha Heththapma
best
1. Take the bus from Kurundugaha Heththapma to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Ex 1-41
1h 59m
Rs 1,813–2,124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ambalangoda to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 2-3 / ...
3h 5m
Rs 1,243–2,303
Train
1. Take the train from Ambalangoda to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2h 6m
Rs 2,156–4,130
Drive 80.5 km
1. Drive from Balapitiya to Colombocar 80.5 km
1h 28m
Rs 3,612–5,217
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balapitiya to Colombotaxi 80.5 km
1h 28m
Rs 22,000–27,000

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Balapitiya to Colombo.

Launch map view

Distance: 104 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Balapitiya, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kurundugaha Heththapma to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost Rs 320–360 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ambalangoda to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 1m.

Train operators