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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Thalahena is to drive which costs Rs. 550 - Rs. 850 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Thalahena is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs Rs. 3700 - Rs. 4500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Thalahena?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Thalahena. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at Malabe via Kaduwela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Colombo to Thalahena?

The distance between Colombo and Thalahena is 21 km. The road distance is 13.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Thalahena without a car is to bus which takes 56 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Colombo to Thalahena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Thalahena bus from?

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

Where does the Colombo to Thalahena bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Thalahena?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Thalahena is 14 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Colombo to Thalahena.

Where can I stay near Thalahena?

There are 1509+ hotels available in Thalahena.

Colombo to Thalahena - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Thalahena by bus, taxi, car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo to Kaduwelabus
56 min
Drive 13.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Colombo to Thalahenacar 13.7 km
15 min
Rs 581–839
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Thalahenataxi 13.7 km
15 min
Rs 3,700–4,500
Walk
1. Take the foot from Colombo to Thalahenawalk 13.8 km
2h 45m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colombo to Thalahena.

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Distance: 21.3 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Thalahena, Western, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to Kaduwela every 4 hours, and the journey takes 41 min.

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