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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Gelioya is to bus which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1300 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Gelioya is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs Rs. 4700 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Gelioya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Gelioya. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Colombo to Gelioya?

The distance between Colombo and Gelioya is 132 km. The road distance is 113.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Gelioya without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 4200.

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

The train from Fort Station to Gelioya takes 3h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Gelioya train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Gelioya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Gelioya is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 4200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1300 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Colombo to Gelioya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Gelioya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Gelioya is 113 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Colombo to Gelioya.

Where can I stay near Gelioya?

There are 1458+ hotels available in Gelioya.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Gelioya by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to GelioyaColombo
3h 25m
Rs 1,200–4,200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus StationColombo
4h 22m
Rs 1,103–1,288
Drive 113.3 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Gelioya113.3 km
2h 1m
Rs 4,733–6,836
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Gelioya113.3 km
2h 1m
Rs 31,000–37,000

Colombo to Gelioya by train

7Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.1 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Gelioya once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–4,200 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 400–440 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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