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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Hikkaduwa is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3100 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Hikkaduwa is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3100.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Hikkaduwa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo and arriving at Hikkaduwa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Hikkaduwa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Hikkaduwa. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Colombo to Hikkaduwa?

The distance between Colombo and Hikkaduwa is 96 km. The road distance is 99.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Hikkaduwa without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3100.

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

The train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwa takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Hikkaduwa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Hikkaduwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Hikkaduwa is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Colombo to Hikkaduwa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Hikkaduwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Hikkaduwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Hikkaduwa is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Colombo to Hikkaduwa.

Where can I stay near Hikkaduwa?

There are 3044+ hotels available in Hikkaduwa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwatrain Maradana
1h 41m
Rs 1,200–3,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwabus
1h 59m
Drive 99.8 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Hikkaduwacar 99.8 km
1h 47m
Rs 4,200–6,067
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Hikkaduwataxi 99.8 km
1h 47m
Rs 27,000–33,000
Bus via Ambalangoda
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ambalangodabus 2-3 / ...
3h 12m
Rs 1,714–2,041

Colombo to Hikkaduwa by train

34Weekly Trains

1h 41mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.8 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwa 5 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,100 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwa once daily, and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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