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

The cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 100 - Rs. 440 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Katunayake to Colombo is to drive which takes 24 min and costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 2100.

Is there a direct bus between Katunayake and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Katunayake Airport Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Katunayake and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katunayake and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Katunayake to Colombo?

The distance between Katunayake and Colombo is 31 km. The road distance is 31.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Katunayake to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs Rs. 100 - Rs. 440.

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

The bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 45 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Colombo bus from?

Katunayake to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Katunayake Airport Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Katunayake to Colombo?

The best way to get from Katunayake to Colombo is to bus which takes 45 min and costs Rs. 100 - Rs. 440. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2900 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Katunayake to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Katunayake to Colombo train arrive?

Katunayake to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Katunayake to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Katunayake to Colombo is 32 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Katunayake to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1456+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 187-E CMB to Colombo
45 min
Rs 100–440
Train
1. Take the train from Katunayake to Maradanatrain Puttalam
1h 27m
Rs 1,100–2,900
Drive 31.9 km
1. Drive from Katunayake to Colombocar 31.9 km
24 min
Rs 1,429–2,064
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Katunayake to Colombotaxi 31.9 km
24 min
Rs 8,500–11,000

Katunayake to Colombo by bus

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Distance: 31.3 km
Duration: 45 min

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 100–150 and the journey takes 45 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Katunayake to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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