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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Diyatalawa is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Diyatalawa is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 37m and costs Rs. 32000 - Rs. 160000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Diyatalawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Diyatalawa. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Diyatalawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Diyatalawa. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Colombo to Diyatalawa?

The distance between Colombo and Diyatalawa is 198 km. The road distance is 184.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Diyatalawa without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Colombo to Diyatalawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Diyatalawa bus from?

Colombo to Diyatalawa bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Diyatalawa train from?

Colombo to Diyatalawa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Diyatalawa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Diyatalawa is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Colombo to Diyatalawa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Diyatalawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Diyatalawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Diyatalawa is 185 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Colombo to Diyatalawa.

Where can I stay near Diyatalawa?

There are 1531+ hotels available in Diyatalawa.

Colombo to Diyatalawa - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Diyatalawa by plane, 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.

Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Diyatalawataxi
2h 37m
Rs 31,975–153,607
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Diyatalawabus Route 99
5h 10m
Rs 900–1,300
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Diyatalawatrain Colombo
7h 45m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 184.9 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Diyatalawacar 184.9 km
3h
Rs 8,352–12,064

Colombo to Diyatalawa by train

21Weekly Trains

7h 45mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 198 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Diyatalawa, Uva, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Diyatalawa every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,300 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Diyatalawa 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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