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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Rathgama is to bus which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2200 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Rathgama is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Rathgama?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Rathgama. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at Hikkaduwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Rathgama?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo station to Rathgama. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Hikkaduwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Colombo to Rathgama?

The distance between Colombo and Rathgama is 104 km. The road distance is 116.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Rathgama without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 4100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Colombo to Rathgama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Rathgama bus from?

Colombo to Rathgama bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Rathgama train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Rathgama?

The best way to get from Colombo to Rathgama is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 4100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2200 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Colombo to Rathgama bus arrive?

Colombo to Rathgama bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Hikkaduwa station.

Where does the Colombo to Rathgama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Rathgama?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Rathgama is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Colombo to Rathgama.

Where can I stay near Rathgama?

There are 3011+ hotels available in Rathgama.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwatrain Maradana
1h 50m
Rs 2,103–4,041
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwabus
2h 8m
Rs 1,650–2,125
Drive 116.3 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Rathgamacar 116.3 km
1h 37m
Rs 5,291–7,642
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Rathgamataxi 116.3 km
1h 37m
Rs 32,000–38,000
Bus via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre
1. Take the bus from Colombo City to Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centrebus
2. Take the bus from Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center to Galle Bus Stationbus Makumbra
3h 13m

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Distance: 103.7 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Rathgama, Southern, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwa 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Hikkaduwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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