What is the cheapest way to get from Kalutara to Colombo Fort?

The cheapest way to get from Kalutara to Colombo Fort is to bus which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1100 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kalutara to Colombo Fort?

The fastest way to get from Kalutara to Colombo Fort is to drive which takes 50 min and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 2800.

Is there a direct bus between Kalutara and Colombo Fort?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kalutara and arriving at Colombo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Kalutara and Colombo Fort?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kalutara South and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

How far is it from Kalutara to Colombo Fort?

The distance between Kalutara and Colombo Fort is 45 km. The road distance is 43.6 km.

How do I travel from Kalutara to Colombo Fort without a car?

The best way to get from Kalutara to Colombo Fort without a car is to bus which takes 1h 1m and costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1100.

How long does it take to get from Kalutara to Colombo Fort?

The bus from Kalutara to Colombo takes 53 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Kalutara to Colombo Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kalutara to Colombo Fort train from?

Kalutara to Colombo Fort train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kalutara South station.

Train or bus from Kalutara to Colombo Fort?

The best way to get from Kalutara to Colombo Fort is to bus which takes 1h 1m and costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2900 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Kalutara to Colombo Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kalutara to Colombo Fort train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kalutara to Colombo Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalutara to Colombo Fort is 44 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Kalutara to Colombo Fort.

Where can I stay near Colombo Fort?

There are 539+ hotels available in Colombo Fort.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kalutara to Colombobus
1h 1m
Rs 800–1,100
Train
1. Take the train from Kalutara South to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
1h 2m
Rs 1,200–2,900
Drive 43.6 km
1. Drive from Kalutara to Colombo Fortcar 43.6 km
50 min
Rs 1,923–2,777
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kalutara to Colombo Forttaxi 43.6 km
50 min
Rs 12,000–15,000

Kalutara to Colombo Fort by train

19Weekly Trains

1h 2mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.9 km
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Kalutara, Sri Lanka and Colombo Fort, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Kalutara to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kalutara South to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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