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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Pamankada is to train which costs Rs. 220 - Rs. 2500 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Pamankada is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 2900.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Pamankada?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Wellawatta. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Pamankada?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Wellawatta. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Colombo to Pamankada?

The distance between Colombo and Pamankada is 7 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Pamankada without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 220 - Rs. 2500.

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Wellawatta takes 15 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Pamankada bus from?

Colombo to Pamankada bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Pamankada train from?

Colombo to Pamankada train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Pamankada?

The best way to get from Colombo to Pamankada is to train which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 220 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2300 and takes 15 min.

Where does the Colombo to Pamankada bus arrive?

Colombo to Pamankada bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Wellawatta station.

Where does the Colombo to Pamankada train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Pamankada?

There are 1473+ hotels available in Pamankada.

Colombo to Pamankada - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Pamankada by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Wellawattatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
15 min
Rs 220–2,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Wellawattabus
15 min
Rs 2,100–2,300
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Pamankadataxi 8.8 km
10 min
Rs 2,400–2,900
Walk
1. Take the foot from Colombo to Pamankadawalk 9.8 km
1h 57m

Colombo to Pamankada by train

14Weekly Trains

15 minAverage Duration

Rs 220Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colombo to Pamankada.

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Distance: 7.3 km
Duration: 15 min

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Wellawatta twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 220–2,500 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Wellawatta twice daily, and the journey takes 15 min. Superline Travels also services this route once daily.

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