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

The cheapest way to get from Bandarawela to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8500 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bandarawela to Colombo is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 50m and costs Rs. 31000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Bandarawela and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bandarawela and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Bandarawela and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bandarawela and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Bandarawela to Colombo?

The distance between Bandarawela and Colombo is 314 km. The road distance is 187.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bandarawela to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Bandarawela to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bandarawela to Colombo bus from?

Bandarawela to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Bandarawela station.

Where do I catch the Bandarawela to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Bandarawela to Colombo?

The best way to get from Bandarawela to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8500 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Bandarawela to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bandarawela to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bandarawela to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Bandarawela to Colombo is 187 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Bandarawela to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bandarawela to Colombo by taxi, plane, 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.

Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Bandarawela to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)taxi
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
2h 50m
Rs 31,465–106,322
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bandarawela to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
8h 31m
Rs 1,300–8,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bandarawela to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
5h 9m
Rs 2,200–2,400
Drive 187.2 km
1. Drive from Bandarawela to Colombocar 187.2 km
3h 3m
Rs 7,856–11,348
Bus via Welimada
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 79-1
5h 49m
Rs 3,173–3,741

Bandarawela to Colombo by train

12Weekly Trains

8h 31mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 313.9 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Bandarawela to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,400 and the journey takes 5h 9m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Bandarawela to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,500 and the journey takes 8h 31m.

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