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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Pilimatalawa is to bus which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1400 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Pilimatalawa is to fly which takes 1h 42m and costs Rs. 25000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Pilimatalawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Pilimatalawa. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Colombo to Pilimatalawa?

The distance between Colombo and Pilimatalawa is 110 km. The road distance is 104.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Pilimatalawa without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3500.

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

The train from Fort Station to Pilimatalawa takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Pilimatalawa train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Pilimatalawa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Pilimatalawa is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1400 and takes 3h 14m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 25000 - Rs. 150000 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Colombo to Pilimatalawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Pilimatalawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Pilimatalawa is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Colombo to Pilimatalawa.

Where can I stay near Pilimatalawa?

There are 489+ hotels available in Pilimatalawa.

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

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

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 Fort Station to Pilimatalawatrain Colombo
2h 22m
Rs 1,200–3,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Stationbus Colombo
3h 14m
Rs 1,148–1,333
Drive 104.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Pilimatalawacar 104.5 km
1h 51m
Rs 4,482–6,474
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Pilimatalawataxi 104.5 km
1h 51m
Rs 28,000–34,000
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kandy (KDW)plane CMB - KDW
1h 42m
Rs 25,774–142,906

Colombo to Pilimatalawa by train

24Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.7 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Pilimatalawa 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,500 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kandy Good Shed Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 3h.

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