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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Wattala is to drive which costs Rs. 380 - Rs. 550 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Wattala is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Wattala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Wattala. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Wattala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Hunupitiya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Colombo to Wattala?

The distance between Colombo and Wattala is 8 km. The road distance is 9.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Wattala without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs Rs. 250 - Rs. 2500.

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Hunupitiya takes 22 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Wattala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Wattala train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Wattala?

The best way to get from Colombo to Wattala is to train which takes 22 min and costs Rs. 250 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 25 min.

Where does the Colombo to Wattala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Wattala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Wattala?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Wattala is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Colombo to Wattala.

Where can I stay near Wattala?

There are 1657+ hotels available in Wattala.

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

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

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Colombo to Wattala by train

19Weekly Trains

22 minAverage Duration

Rs 250Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Colombo to Wattala.

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Distance: 8.1 km
Duration: 22 min

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Hunupitiya 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 250–2,500 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Wattala 3 times a day, and the journey takes 25 min.

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