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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Talawakele is to bus which costs Rs. 685 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Talawakele is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Talawakele?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo and arriving at Talawakelle. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Talawakele?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Talawakele. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Colombo to Talawakele?

The distance between Colombo and Talawakele is 137 km. The road distance is 133.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Talawakele without a car is to bus via Nuwara Eliya which takes 4h 59m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Colombo to Talawakele, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Talawakele bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Talawakele train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Talawakele?

The best way to get from Colombo to Talawakele is to fly which takes 1h 27m and costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 110000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nuwara Eliya, which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2200 and takes 4h 59m, you could also train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 6500 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Colombo to Talawakele bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Talawakele train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Talawakele?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Talawakele is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Colombo to Talawakele.

Where can I stay near Talawakele?

There are 943+ hotels available in Talawakele.

Colombo to Talawakele - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Colombo to Talawakele by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF)CMB - NUF
1h 27m
Rs 22,824–109,055
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Talawakelle
5h 8m
Rs 685
Bus via Nuwara Eliya
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliya79-1
4h 59m
Rs 1,730–2,185
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to TalawakeleColombo
5h 18m
Rs 1,300–6,500
Drive 133.4 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Talawakele133.4 km
2h 19m
Rs 5,575–8,053
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Talawakele133.4 km
2h 19m
Rs 36,000–44,000

Colombo to Talawakele by train

21Weekly Trains

5h 18mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 137.1 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

Cinnamon Air flies from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Hatton (NUF) once daily. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara Eliya hourly. Tickets cost Rs 530–580 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily.

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