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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Wellawatte is to train which costs Rs. 220 - Rs. 2500 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Wellawatte is to bus which takes 10 min and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2300.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Wellawatte?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Wellawatta. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Wellawatte?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Wellawatta. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Colombo to Wellawatte?

The distance between Colombo and Wellawatte is 9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Wellawatte without a car is to bus which takes 10 min and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2300.

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

The bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Wellawatta takes 10 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Wellawatte bus from?

Colombo to Wellawatte bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Wellawatte train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Wellawatte?

The best way to get from Colombo to Wellawatte is to bus which takes 10 min and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 220 - Rs. 2500 and takes 15 min.

Where does the Colombo to Wellawatte bus arrive?

Colombo to Wellawatte bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Wellawatta station.

Where does the Colombo to Wellawatte train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Wellawatte?

There are 1463+ hotels available in Wellawatte.

Colombo to Wellawatte - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Wellawatte by bus, train, taxi, 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 Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to WellawattaTrincomalee-Colombo
10 min
Rs 2,100–2,300
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to WellawattaKankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
15 min
Rs 220–2,500
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Wellawatte9 km
10 min
Rs 2,400–3,000
Walk
1. Take the foot from Colombo to Wellawatte8.7 km
1h 44m

Colombo to Wellawatte by bus

14Weekly Buses

10 minAverage Duration

Rs 2,100Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colombo to Wellawatte.

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Distance: 8.8 km
Duration: 10 min

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Wellawatta once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,100–2,300 and the journey takes 10 min. NCG Express also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Wellawatta twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 220–2,500 and the journey takes 15 min.

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