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

The cheapest way to get from Katugastota to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1100 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katugastota to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs Rs. 4900 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct train between Katugastota and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mavilmada and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Katugastota to Colombo?

The distance between Katugastota and Colombo is 125 km. The road distance is 117.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Katugastota to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 4000.

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

The train from Mavilmada to Colombo Fort takes 3h 34m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Katugastota to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Katugastota to Colombo?

The best way to get from Katugastota to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 4000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1100 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Katugastota to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Katugastota to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Katugastota to Colombo is 118 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Katugastota to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1439+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Mavilmada to Colombo FortMatale
3h 34m
Rs 1,200–4,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
4h 17m
Rs 872–1,009
Drive 117.8 km
1. Drive from Katugastota to Colombo117.8 km
2h 6m
Rs 4,961–7,166
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Katugastota to Colombo117.8 km
2h 6m
Rs 32,000–39,000

Katugastota to Colombo by train

7Weekly Trains

3h 34mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.1 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Mavilmada to Colombo Fort once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–4,000 and the journey takes 3h 34m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 10 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 390–440 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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