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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Dodangoda is to bus which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2400 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Dodangoda is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Dodangoda?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Dodangoda. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at Hikkaduwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Dodangoda?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Dodangoda. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Hikkaduwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Colombo to Dodangoda?

The distance between Colombo and Dodangoda is 105 km. The road distance is 107.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Dodangoda without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 4300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Colombo to Dodangoda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Dodangoda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Dodangoda train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Dodangoda?

The best way to get from Colombo to Dodangoda is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 4300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2400 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Colombo to Dodangoda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Dodangoda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Dodangoda?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Dodangoda is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Colombo to Dodangoda.

Where can I stay near Dodangoda?

There are 3015+ hotels available in Dodangoda.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Dodangoda by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwatrain Maradana
1h 54m
Rs 2,253–4,241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwabus
2h 11m
Rs 1,850–2,325
Drive 107.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Dodangodacar 107.5 km
1h 27m
Rs 4,892–7,066
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Dodangodataxi 107.5 km
1h 27m
Rs 29,000–35,000
Bus via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre
1. Take the bus from Colombo City to Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centrebus
2. Take the bus from Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center to Galle Bus Stationbus Makumbra
3h 23m

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Distance: 105.2 km
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Dodangoda, Southern, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwa 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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