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

The cheapest way to get from Diyatalawa to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Diyatalawa to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Diyatalawa and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Diyatalawa and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Diyatalawa and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Diyatalawa and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Diyatalawa to Colombo?

The distance between Diyatalawa and Colombo is 184 km. The road distance is 184.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Diyatalawa to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300.

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

The bus from Diyatalawa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 5h 11m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Diyatalawa to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Diyatalawa to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Diyatalawa to Colombo?

The best way to get from Diyatalawa to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 11m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8000 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Diyatalawa to Colombo bus arrive?

Diyatalawa to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Diyatalawa to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Diyatalawa to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Diyatalawa to Colombo is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Diyatalawa to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1439+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Diyatalawa to Colombo by bus, train, or car

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 Diyatalawa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalRoute 99
5h 11m
Rs 900–1,300
Train
1. Take the train from Diyatalawa to Fort StationBadulla
8h 15m
Rs 1,300–8,000
Drive 184.8 km
1. Drive from Diyatalawa to Colombo184.8 km
2h 59m
Rs 7,785–11,245
Bus via Welimada
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal79-1
5h 51m
Rs 3,035–3,578

Diyatalawa to Colombo by train

22Weekly Trains

8h 15mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 183.6 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Diyatalawa, Uva, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Diyatalawa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,300 and the journey takes 5h 11m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Diyatalawa to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,000 and the journey takes 8h 15m.

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