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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Galle Fort is to train which costs Rs. 200 - Rs. 3700 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Galle Fort is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Galle Fort?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Galle Fort station. However, there are services departing from Colombo City and arriving at Galle Bus Station via Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Galle Fort?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Galle. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Colombo to Galle Fort?

The distance between Colombo and Galle Fort is 116 km. The road distance is 125.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Galle Fort without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs Rs. 200 - Rs. 3700.

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

The train from Fort Station to Galle takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Galle Fort bus from?

Colombo to Galle Fort bus services, operated by BIA Shuttle Service, depart from Colombo City station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Galle Fort?

The best way to get from Colombo to Galle Fort is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs Rs. 200 - Rs. 3700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 16m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 27000 - Rs. 130000 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Colombo to Galle Fort bus arrive?

Colombo to Galle Fort bus services, operated by BIA Shuttle Service, arrive at Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre station.

Where does the Colombo to Galle Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Galle Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Galle Fort is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Colombo to Galle Fort.

Where can I stay near Galle Fort?

There are 4017+ hotels available in Galle Fort.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Galletrain Maradana
2h 13m
Rs 200–3,700
Bus
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 16m
Drive 125.3 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Galle Fortcar 125.3 km
1h 40m
Rs 5,269–7,611
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Galle Forttaxi 125.3 km
1h 40m
Rs 34,000–41,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
1h 58m
Rs 27,474–127,606

Colombo to Galle Fort by train and foot

25Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 200Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 115.9 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Galle 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 200–3,700 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Colombo City to Galle Fort via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre, Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center, and Galle Bus Station in around 3h 16m.

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