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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Alawwa is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Alawwa is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 4000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Alawwa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo and arriving at Alawwa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Alawwa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Alawwa. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Colombo to Alawwa?

The distance between Colombo and Alawwa is 65 km. The road distance is 65.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Alawwa without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs .

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

The bus from Colombo to Alawwa takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Alawwa bus from?

Colombo to Alawwa bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Alawwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Alawwa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Alawwa is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Colombo to Alawwa bus arrive?

Colombo to Alawwa bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Alawwa station.

Where does the Colombo to Alawwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Alawwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Alawwa is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Colombo to Alawwa.

Where can I stay near Alawwa?

There are 91+ hotels available in Alawwa.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Alawwa 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
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Alawwabus
1h 15m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Alawwatrain Colombo
1h 19m
Rs 1,200–2,600
Drive 65.8 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Alawwacar 65.8 km
1h 7m
Rs 2,766–3,995
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Alawwataxi 65.8 km
1h 7m
Rs 18,000–22,000
Bus via Kegalle
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kegallebus Colombo
3h 3m
Rs 1,382–1,707

Colombo to Alawwa by train

6Weekly Trains

1h 19mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 64.9 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Alawwa once daily, and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Alawwa 6 times a week. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,600 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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