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

The cheapest way to get from Devinuwara to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1200 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Devinuwara to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Devinuwara and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Devinuwara and arriving at Colombo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Devinuwara and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Devinuwara to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Weligama and arriving at Bambalapitiya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Devinuwara to Colombo?

The distance between Devinuwara and Colombo is 158 km. The road distance is 158.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Devinuwara to Colombo without a car is to bus via Matara which takes 2h 56m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Devinuwara to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Devinuwara to Colombo bus from?

Devinuwara to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Devinuwara to Colombo train from?

Devinuwara to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Weligama station.

Train or bus from Devinuwara to Colombo?

The best way to get from Devinuwara to Colombo is to bus via Matara which takes 2h 56m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1000 - Rs. 4100 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Devinuwara to Colombo bus arrive?

Devinuwara to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Devinuwara to Colombo train arrive?

Devinuwara to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bambalapitiya station.

Can I drive from Devinuwara to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Devinuwara to Colombo is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Devinuwara to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1418+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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

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Bus via Matara
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2h 56m
Rs 1,295–1,596
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Devinuwara to Colombobus
3h 17m
Rs 900–1,200
Train
1. Take the train from Weligama to Bambalapitiyatrain Beliatta
4h 14m
Rs 1,028–4,043
Drive 158.1 km
1. Drive from Devinuwara to Colombocar 158.1 km
2h 2m
Rs 7,107–10,265
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Devinuwara to Colombotaxi 158.1 km
2h 2m
Rs 43,000–55,000

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Distance: 157.9 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 520–570 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Weligama to Bambalapitiya 5 times a week. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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