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

The cheapest way to get from Eppawala to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2600 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eppawala to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Eppawala and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Eppawala to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Tambuttegam and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Eppawala and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Eppawala to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Thambuttegama and arriving at Colombo Fort via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Eppawala to Colombo?

The distance between Eppawala and Colombo is 193 km. The road distance is 176.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Eppawala to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 5000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Eppawala to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eppawala to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Eppawala to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Eppawala to Colombo?

The best way to get from Eppawala to Colombo is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 5000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2600 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Eppawala to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Eppawala to Colombo train arrive?

Eppawala to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Eppawala to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Eppawala to Colombo is 176 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Eppawala to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1463+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thambuttegama to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
4h 15m
Rs 2,836–4,915
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tambuttegam to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 57
4h 50m
Rs 2,162–2,546
Drive 176.3 km
1. Drive from Eppawala to Colombocar 176.3 km
3h 10m
Rs 8,044–11,619
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eppawala to Colombotaxi 176.3 km
3h 10m
Rs 48,000–60,000

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Distance: 193.4 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Thambuttegama to Colombo Fort twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Tambuttegam to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost Rs 600–700 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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