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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Mahaiyawa is to bus which costs Rs. 400 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Mahaiyawa is to fly which takes 1h 30m and costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Mahaiyawa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Mahaiyawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Kandy. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Colombo to Mahaiyawa?

The distance between Colombo and Mahaiyawa is 153 km. The road distance is 115.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Mahaiyawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Colombo to Mahaiyawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mahaiyawa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mahaiyawa train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Mahaiyawa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Mahaiyawa is to fly which takes 1h 30m and costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 130000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900 and takes 2h 31m, you could also bus, which costs Rs. 400 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Colombo to Mahaiyawa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Mahaiyawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Mahaiyawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Mahaiyawa is 115 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Colombo to Mahaiyawa.

Where can I stay near Mahaiyawa?

There are 1467+ hotels available in Mahaiyawa.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 30m
Rs 22,274–122,206
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
4h 10m
Rs 400–440
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Kandytrain Colombo
2h 31m
Rs 1,200–3,900
Drive 115.4 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Mahaiyawacar 115.4 km
2h 3m
Rs 4,855–7,013
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Mahaiyawataxi 115.4 km
2h 3m
Rs 31,000–38,000

Colombo to Mahaiyawa by train

84Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colombo to Mahaiyawa.

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Distance: 152.9 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

Cinnamon Air flies from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW) once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Kandy every 2 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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