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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Bolawatta is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Bolawatta is to drive which takes 43 min and costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2900.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Bolawatta?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Bolawatte. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Colombo to Bolawatta?

The distance between Colombo and Bolawatta is 52 km. The road distance is 47.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Bolawatta without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 1h 7m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 3900.

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

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Bolawatta train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Bolawatta?

The best way to get from Colombo to Bolawatta is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 4200 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Colombo to Bolawatta train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Bolawatta?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Bolawatta is 48 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Colombo to Bolawatta.

Where can I stay near Bolawatta?

There are 1182+ hotels available in Bolawatta.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Bolawatta by bus, taxi, 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.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake Airport Bus Stationbus 187-E CMB to Colombo
2. Take the taxi from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Bolawattataxi
1h 7m
Rs 3,110–3,847
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Bolawattetrain Colombo
1h 51m
Rs 1,200–2,600
Drive 47.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Bolawattacar 47.5 km
43 min
Rs 2,003–2,893
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Bolawattataxi 47.5 km
43 min
Rs 13,000–16,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo City to Bandaranaike Internation Airportbus
2h 31m
Rs 3,431–4,131

Colombo to Bolawatta by train

24Weekly Trains

1h 51mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.6 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Bolawatte 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,600 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, BIA Shuttle Service operates a bus from Colombo City to Bandaranaike Internation Airport every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 432 and the journey takes 2h 8m.

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