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

The cheapest way to get from Devinuwara to Colombo is to bus via Matara Bus Station which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1600 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Devinuwara to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 38m and costs Rs. 29000 - Rs. 100000.

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.

How far is it from Devinuwara to Colombo?

The distance between Devinuwara and Colombo is 157 km. The road distance is 157.8 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 Bus Station which takes 2h 42m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1600.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m 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 Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Devinuwara station.

Train, bus or fly from Devinuwara to Colombo?

The best way to get from Devinuwara to Colombo is to bus via Matara Bus Station which takes 2h 42m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 6500 and takes 4h 16m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 29000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Devinuwara to Colombo bus arrive?

Devinuwara to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo station.

Can I drive from Devinuwara to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Devinuwara to Colombo is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Devinuwara to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

Devinuwara to Colombo - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Devinuwara to Colombo by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Matara Bus Station
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort StationMatara
2h 42m
Rs 1,385–1,592
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Matara to Fort StationBeliatta
4h 16m
Rs 1,287–6,238
Drive 157.8 km
1. Drive from Devinuwara to Colombo157.8 km
2h 4m
Rs 6,642–9,594
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Devinuwara to Colombo157.8 km
2h 4m
Rs 43,000–55,000
Fly
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)KCT - CMB
1h 38m
Rs 29,877–100,036
Bus
1. Take the bus from Devinuwara to Colombo
3h 17m

Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

7Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 9,945Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Devinuwara to Colombo.

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Distance: 157.3 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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 Matara to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,000 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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