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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kothmale is to bus via Kandy which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1600 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kothmale is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 2m and costs Rs. 24000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kothmale?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Kothmale. However, there are services departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Thawalantenna via Kandy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kothmale?

The distance between Colombo and Kothmale is 158 km. The road distance is 139.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kothmale without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 5500.

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

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kothmale bus from?

Colombo to Kothmale bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Kothmale?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kothmale is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 5500. Alternatively, you can bus via Kandy, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 1600 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Colombo to Kothmale bus arrive?

Colombo to Kothmale bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Kothmale?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kothmale is 140 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Colombo to Kothmale.

Where can I stay near Kothmale?

There are 1034+ hotels available in Kothmale.

Colombo to Kothmale - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Colombo to Kothmale by plane, taxi, train, bus, 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 to Hatton, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)plane CMB - NUF
2. Take the taxi from Hatton (NUF) to Kothmaletaxi
2h 2m
Rs 24,175–143,307
Bus via Kandy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
2. Take the bus from Kandy to Thawalantennabus
5h 30m
Rs 1,198–1,533
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Gampolatrain Colombo
3h 41m
Rs 2,993–5,099
Drive 139.8 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Kothmalecar 139.8 km
2h 37m
Rs 6,316–9,123
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Kothmaletaxi 139.8 km
2h 37m
Rs 38,000–46,000
Fly to Kandy, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
2. Take the taxi from Kandy (KDW) to Kothmaletaxi
2h 22m
Rs 25,575–145,007
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliyabus 79-1
6h 36m
Rs 1,279–2,281

Colombo to Kothmale by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 1,198Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 158.3 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Gampola 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Thawalantenna via Kandy Good Shed Bus Station and Kandy in around 5h 30m.

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