What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Hali-Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Hali-Ela is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 9h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Hali-Ela?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Hali-Ela is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Hali-Ela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Hali-Ela. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Hali-Ela?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Haliela. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 7m.

How far is it from Colombo to Hali-Ela?

The distance between Colombo and Hali-Ela is 226 km. The road distance is 209.1 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Hali-Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Hali-Ela without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Hali-Ela?

The bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Hali-Ela takes 5h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Hali-Ela bus from?

Colombo to Hali-Ela bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Hali-Ela train from?

Colombo to Hali-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Hali-Ela?

The best way to get from Colombo to Hali-Ela is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9500 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Colombo to Hali-Ela bus arrive?

Colombo to Hali-Ela bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Hali-Ela station.

Where does the Colombo to Hali-Ela train arrive?

Colombo to Hali-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Haliela station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Hali-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Hali-Ela is 209 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Colombo to Hali-Ela.

Where can I stay near Hali-Ela?

There are 1283+ hotels available in Hali-Ela.

Colombo to Hali-Ela - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Hali-Ela by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Hali-Elabus Colombo-Badulla / ...
5h 10m
Rs 2,200–2,400
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Halielatrain Colombo
9h 7m
Rs 1,300–9,500
Drive 209.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Hali-Elacar 209.1 km
3h 24m
Rs 8,791–12,698
Bus via Welimada
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimadabus 79-1
5h 52m
Rs 3,713–4,367

Colombo to Hali-Ela by train

21Weekly Trains

9h 7mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.3 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Hali-Ela, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Hali-Ela twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,400 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Haliela 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–9,500 and the journey takes 9h 7m.

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