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

The cheapest way to get from Kantale to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8000 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kantale to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Kantale and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kantale and arriving at Colombo. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kantale and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kantale Station station and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Kantale to Colombo?

The distance between Kantale and Colombo is 222 km. The road distance is 218.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kantale to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2400.

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

The bus from Kantale to Colombo takes 4h 24m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kantale to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kantale to Colombo train from?

Kantale to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kantale Station.

Train or bus from Kantale to Colombo?

The best way to get from Kantale to Colombo is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8000 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Kantale to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kantale to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kantale to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kantale to Colombo is 219 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Kantale to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kantale 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 Kantale to Colombo
4h 24m
Rs 1,200–2,400
Train
1. Take the train from Kantale Station to Fort StationTrincomalee
5h 32m
Rs 1,300–8,000
Drive 218.9 km
1. Drive from Kantale to Colombo218.9 km
3h 18m
Rs 9,211–13,304
Bus via Veyangoda
1. Take the bus from Kantale to NittambuwaTrincomalee-Colombo
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
5h 49m
Rs 1,861–4,652

Kantale to Colombo by train

14Weekly Trains

5h 32mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kantale to Colombo.

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Distance: 222.3 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Kantale to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,223 and the journey takes 4h 24m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kantale Station to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,000 and the journey takes 5h 32m.

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