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

The cheapest way to get from Bolawatta to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolawatta to Colombo is to drive which takes 42 min and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2900.

Is there a direct train between Bolawatta and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolawatte and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Bolawatta to Colombo?

The distance between Bolawatta and Colombo is 51 km. The road distance is 47.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bolawatta to Colombo without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 7m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 3800.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Bolawatta to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolawatta to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolawatta to Colombo?

The best way to get from Bolawatta to Colombo is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 4000 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Bolawatta to Colombo train arrive?

Bolawatta to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Bolawatta to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolawatta to Colombo is 47 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Bolawatta to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1423+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bolawatta to Colombo by taxi, 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, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Bolawatta to Katunayake Airport Bus Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 187-E CMB to Colombo
1h 7m
Rs 3,184–3,783
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bolawatte to Maradanatrain Puttalam
1h 56m
Rs 1,200–2,600
Drive 47.1 km
1. Drive from Bolawatta to Colombocar 47.1 km
42 min
Rs 1,983–2,864
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolawatta to Colombotaxi 47.1 km
42 min
Rs 12,000–16,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bandaranaike Internation Airport to Colombo Citybus
2h 29m
Rs 3,431–3,975

Bolawatta to Colombo by train

22Weekly Trains

1h 56mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bolawatta to Colombo.

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Distance: 51.3 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Bolawatte to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,600 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, BIA Shuttle Service operates a bus from Bandaranaike Internation Airport to Colombo City every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 438 and the journey takes 2h 7m.

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