What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Heel Oya?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Heel Oya is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300 and takes 6h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Heel Oya?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Heel Oya is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 47m and costs Rs. 32000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Heel Oya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Dowa. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Heel Oya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Heel Oya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Colombo to Heel Oya?

The distance between Colombo and Heel Oya is 204 km. The road distance is 192.3 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Heel Oya without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Heel Oya without a car is to bus via Welimada which takes 5h 54m and costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 4500.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Heel Oya?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Colombo to Heel Oya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Heel Oya bus from?

Colombo to Heel Oya 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 Heel Oya train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Heel Oya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Heel Oya is to bus via Welimada which takes 5h 54m and costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 4500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9000 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Colombo to Heel Oya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Heel Oya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Heel Oya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Heel Oya is 192 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Colombo to Heel Oya.

Where can I stay near Heel Oya?

There are 1342+ hotels available in Heel Oya.

Colombo to Heel Oya - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Heel Oya 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 Heel Oyataxi
2h 47m
Rs 31,974–119,606
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dowabus Route 99
6h 41m
Rs 900–1,300
Bus via Welimada
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimadabus 79-1
5h 54m
Rs 3,713–4,467
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Heel Oyatrain Colombo
8h 15m
Rs 1,300–9,000
Drive 192.3 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Heel Oyacar 192.3 km
3h 9m
Rs 8,081–11,673

Colombo to Heel Oya by train

21Weekly Trains

8h 15mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 204.1 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Heel Oya, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada hourly. Tickets cost Rs 600–700 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Heel Oya 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–9,000 and the journey takes 8h 15m.

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