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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya is to bus which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1000 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs Rs. 24000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct train between Colombo Fort and Peradeniya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Sarasavi Uyana. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya?

The distance between Colombo Fort and Peradeniya is 116 km. The road distance is 109.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3700.

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Sarasavi Uyana takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1000 and takes 4h 25m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 24000 - Rs. 110000 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the time difference between Colombo Fort and Peradeniya?

Peradeniya is 2h 30m behind Colombo Fort. It is currently 3:38 AM in Colombo Fort and 1:08 AM in Peradeniya.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Peradeniya train arrive?

Colombo Fort to Peradeniya train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Sarasavi Uyana station.

Can I drive from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo Fort to Peradeniya is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya.

Where can I stay near Peradeniya?

There are 1501+ hotels available in Peradeniya.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Sarasavi UyanaColombo
2h 29m
Rs 1,200–3,700
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus StationColombo
4h 25m
Rs 823–988
Drive 109.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya109.1 km
1h 54m
Rs 4,586–6,624
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya109.1 km
1h 54m
Rs 30,000–36,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)CMB - KDW
1h 34m
Rs 24,367–104,742

Colombo Fort to Peradeniya by train

42Weekly Trains

2h 29mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.9 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Sarasavi Uyana every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,700 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 400–440 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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