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

The cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 2400 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dambulla to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Dambulla and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dambulla and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Dambulla to Colombo?

The distance between Dambulla and Colombo is 150 km. The road distance is 149.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Dambulla to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 2400.

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

The bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Dambulla to Colombo bus from?

Dambulla to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Dambulla station.

Train or bus from Dambulla to Colombo?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Colombo is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs Rs. 500 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 8500 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Dambulla to Colombo bus arrive?

Dambulla to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Dambulla to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Dambulla to Colombo is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Dambulla to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1453+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Dambulla to Colombo by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal15-1-1 / ...
3h 20m
Rs 500–2,400
Train
1. Take the train from Awukana to MaradanaBatticaloa
3h 58m
Rs 3,442–8,031
Drive 149.2 km
1. Drive from Dambulla to Colombo149.2 km
2h 13m
Rs 6,266–9,051
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dambulla to Colombo149.2 km
2h 13m
Rs 41,000–49,000

Dambulla to Colombo by bus

517Weekly Buses

3h 20mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 150.1 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 510–570 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Awukana to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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