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

The cheapest way to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 540 - Rs. 590 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 8m and costs Rs. 25000 - Rs. 100000.

Is there a direct bus between Embilipitiya and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Embilipitiya and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Embilipitiya to Colombo?

The distance between Embilipitiya and Colombo is 276 km. The road distance is 162.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 21000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Embilipitiya to Colombo bus from?

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

Train or bus from Embilipitiya to Colombo?

The best way to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 21000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 540 - Rs. 590 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Embilipitiya to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Embilipitiya to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Embilipitiya to Colombo is 163 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Embilipitiya to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1432+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo by taxi, plane, train, bus, 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.

Taxi to Weerawila International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Embilipitiya to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)taxi
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
2h 8m
Rs 25,466–99,233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Embilipitiya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 122/210
5h 5m
Rs 540–590
Train
1. Take the train from Beliatta to Bambalapitiyatrain Beliatta
4h 30m
Rs 12,632–20,645
Drive 162.6 km
1. Drive from Embilipitiya to Colombocar 162.6 km
2h 39m
Rs 6,827–9,860
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Embilipitiya to Colombotaxi 162.6 km
2h 39m
Rs 44,000–55,000
Taxi to Koggala, fly
1. Take the taxi from Embilipitiya to Koggala (KCT)taxi
2. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
2h 14m
Rs 47,359–120,698

Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

7Weekly Planes

45 minAverage Duration

Rs 10,282Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo.

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Distance: 276.5 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Beliatta to Bambalapitiya 5 times a week. Tickets cost Rs 240–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Embilipitiya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 20 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 540–590 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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