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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Talawa is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Talawa is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 15m and costs Rs. 28000 - Rs. 130000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Talawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Talawa. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Anuradhapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Talawa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Thalawa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Colombo to Talawa?

The distance between Colombo and Talawa is 190 km. The road distance is 176.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Talawa without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100.

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Thalawa takes 3h 44m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Talawa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Talawa train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Talawa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Talawa is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Colombo to Talawa bus arrive?

Colombo to Talawa bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Where does the Colombo to Talawa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Talawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Talawa is 176 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Colombo to Talawa.

Where can I stay near Talawa?

There are 581+ hotels available in Talawa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Thalawatrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
3h 44m
Rs 1,300–3,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Anuradhapurabus
3h 45m
Drive 176.2 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Talawacar 176.2 km
3h 16m
Rs 8,032–11,601
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Talawataxi 176.2 km
3h 16m
Rs 48,000–60,000
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Talawataxi
2h 15m
Rs 28,475–128,607

Colombo to Talawa by train

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Distance: 190.5 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Talawa, North Central, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Thalawa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 44m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Anuradhapura twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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