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

The cheapest way to get from Dikwella to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 5500 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dikwella to Colombo is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 53m and costs Rs. 33000 - Rs. 100000.

Is there a direct bus between Dikwella and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dickwella and arriving at Colombo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Dikwella and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wewurukannala and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Dikwella to Colombo?

The distance between Dikwella and Colombo is 172 km. The road distance is 170.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Dikwella to Colombo without a car is to bus via Matara Bus Station which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 9500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Dikwella to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dikwella to Colombo bus from?

Dikwella to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Dickwella station.

Where do I catch the Dikwella to Colombo train from?

Dikwella to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Wewurukannala station.

Train or bus from Dikwella to Colombo?

The best way to get from Dikwella to Colombo is to bus via Matara Bus Station which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 9500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 5500 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Dikwella to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dikwella to Colombo train arrive?

Dikwella to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Dikwella to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Dikwella to Colombo is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Dikwella to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1448+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Dikwella 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 55m
Rs 7,742–9,105
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wewurukannala to Fort StationBeliatta
5h 12m
Rs 240–5,500
Drive 170.5 km
1. Drive from Dikwella to Colombo170.5 km
2h 18m
Rs 7,172–10,359
Taxi to Koggala, fly
1. Take the taxi from Dikwella to Koggala (KCT)
2. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)KCT - CMB
1h 53m
Rs 32,988–99,304
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dickwella to Colombo
3h 33m
Taxi to Weerawila International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Dikwella to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)WRZ - CMB
2h 36m
Rs 41,132–108,337

Dikwella to Colombo by train

12Weekly Trains

5h 12mAverage Duration

Rs 240Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 172 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Dikwella, Southern, 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 Wewurukannala to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–5,500 and the journey takes 5h 12m.

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