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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Mollipothana is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8500 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Mollipothana is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 11m and costs Rs. 29000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Mollipothana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Mollipothana. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Colombo to Mollipothana?

The distance between Colombo and Mollipothana is 229 km. The road distance is 232.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Mollipothana without a car is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Colombo to Mollipothana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Mollipothana train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Mollipothana?

The best way to get from Colombo to Mollipothana is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 4600 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Colombo to Mollipothana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Mollipothana?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Mollipothana is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Colombo to Mollipothana.

Where can I stay near Mollipothana?

There are 338+ hotels available in Mollipothana.

Colombo to Mollipothana - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Mollipothana by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Mollipothanataxi
2h 11m
Rs 29,474–130,106
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Mollipothanatrain Colombo- Trincomalee
7h 10m
Rs 1,300–8,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomaleebus Colombo
8h 3m
Rs 1,620–4,529
Drive 232.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Mollipothanacar 232.1 km
3h 33m
Rs 9,758–14,095

Colombo to Mollipothana by train

7Weekly Trains

7h 10mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.1 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Mollipothana once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,500 and the journey takes 7h 10m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Trincomalee every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 850–950 and the journey takes 7h. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily.

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