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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kantale is to bus which costs Rs. 1198 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kantale is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 13m and costs Rs. 27000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kantale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo and arriving at Kantale. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Kantale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Kantale Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kantale?

The distance between Colombo and Kantale is 217 km. The road distance is 220.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kantale without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 1198.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Colombo to Kantale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kantale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kantale train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Kantale?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kantale is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 1198. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8000 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Colombo to Kantale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Kantale train arrive?

Colombo to Kantale train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Kantale Station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Kantale?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kantale is 220 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Colombo to Kantale.

Where can I stay near Kantale?

There are four+ hotels available in Kantale.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Kantale 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 Sigiriya Airport (GIU)CMB - GIU
2. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Kantale
2h 13m
Rs 26,974–113,605
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Kantale
4h 24m
Rs 1,198
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kantale StationColombo- Trincomalee
6h 52m
Rs 1,300–8,000
Drive 220.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kantale220.1 km
3h 20m
Rs 9,263–13,380
Bus via Veyangoda
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to NittambuwaColombo
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to KantaleColombo-Trincomalee
7h 30m
Rs 1,858–2,572

Colombo to Kantale by train

7Weekly Trains

6h 52mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 217.2 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Kantale once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,198 and the journey takes 4h 24m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Kantale Station once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,000 and the journey takes 6h 52m.

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