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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Mahakanda is to bus via Avissawella which costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 3500 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Mahakanda is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 4000.

How far is it from Colombo to Mahakanda?

The distance between Colombo and Mahakanda is 76 km. The road distance is 63.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Mahakanda without a car is to bus via Avissawella which takes 1h 55m and costs Rs. 3100 - Rs. 3500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Colombo to Mahakanda, including transfers.

Can I drive from Colombo to Mahakanda?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Mahakanda is 63 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Colombo to Mahakanda.

Where can I stay near Mahakanda?

There are 106+ hotels available in Mahakanda.

Colombo to Mahakanda - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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

Bus via Avissawella
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Avissawellabus Colombo-Badulla / ...
1h 55m
Rs 3,098–3,461
Drive 63.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Colombo to Mahakandacar 63.1 km
1h 12m
Rs 2,707–3,910
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Mahakandataxi 63.1 km
1h 12m
Rs 17,000–21,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Nawatabus
3h 14m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colombo to Mahakanda.

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Distance: 76.2 km
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Mahakanda, Sabaragamuwa, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Avissawella twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,100–2,300 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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