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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Oture is to train which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 8000 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Oture is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Oture?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo station to Oture station. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Matara Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Oture?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Oture. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Beliatta via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Colombo to Oture?

The distance between Colombo and Oture is 184 km. The road distance is 171.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Oture without a car is to bus via Matara Bus Station which takes 3h 7m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 13000.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Colombo to Oture, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Oture bus from?

Colombo to Oture bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Fort Station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Oture train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Oture?

The best way to get from Colombo to Oture is to bus via Matara Bus Station which takes 3h 7m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 13000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 8000 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Colombo to Oture bus arrive?

Colombo to Oture bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Matara Bus Station.

Where does the Colombo to Oture train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Oture?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Oture is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Colombo to Oture.

Where can I stay near Oture?

There are 1824+ hotels available in Oture.

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

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

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Bus via Matara Bus Station
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h 7m
Rs 9,534–12,580
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Beliattatrain Maradana
3h 57m
Rs 4,340–7,957
Drive 171.8 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Oturecar 171.8 km
2h 14m
Rs 7,851–11,339
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Oturetaxi 171.8 km
2h 14m
Rs 48,000–60,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Dickwellabus
3h 53m
Rs 7,916–10,213

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Distance: 183.8 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Fort Station to Matara Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 530–580 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Beliatta 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 48m.

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