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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Wewala is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3100 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Wewala is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3100.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Wewala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Hikkaduwa. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Colombo to Wewala?

The distance between Colombo and Wewala is 96 km. The road distance is 101.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Wewala without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3100.

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

The train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwa takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Wewala train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Wewala?

The best way to get from Colombo to Wewala is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2300 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Colombo to Wewala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Wewala?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Wewala is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Colombo to Wewala.

Where can I stay near Wewala?

There are 2873+ hotels available in Wewala.

Colombo to Wewala - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Wewala by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Fort Station to HikkaduwaMaradana
1h 41m
Rs 1,200–3,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ambalangoda2-3 / ...
3h 14m
Rs 1,814–2,241
Drive 101.3 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Wewala101.3 km
1h 48m
Rs 4,225–6,102
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Wewala101.3 km
1h 48m
Rs 27,000–33,000

Colombo to Wewala by train

34Weekly Trains

1h 41mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.8 km
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Wewala, Southern, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Hikkaduwa 5 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,100 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Ambalangoda every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 310–350 and the journey takes 3h.

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