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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kithalella is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kithalella is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kithalella?

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 Kithalella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Ella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kithalella?

The distance between Colombo and Kithalella is 197 km. The road distance is 195.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kithalella without a car is to bus which takes 5h 33m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300.

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

The bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dowa takes 5h 33m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kithalella bus from?

Colombo to Kithalella 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 Kithalella train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Kithalella?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kithalella is to bus which takes 5h 33m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 9000 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Colombo to Kithalella bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Kithalella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Kithalella?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kithalella is 196 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Colombo to Kithalella.

Where can I stay near Kithalella?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Kithalella.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Kithalella by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to DowaRoute 99
5h 33m
Rs 900–1,300
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to EllaColombo
8h 30m
Rs 1,300–9,000
Drive 195.6 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kithalella195.6 km
3h 12m
Rs 8,181–11,817
Bus via Welimada
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada79-1
6h
Rs 4,113–4,967

Colombo to Kithalella by train

21Weekly Trains

8h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.6 km
Duration: 5h 33m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dowa every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,300 and the journey takes 5h 33m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Ella 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–9,000 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

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