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

The cheapest way to get from Pilimatalawa to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1400 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pilimatalawa to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 6500.

Is there a direct train between Pilimatalawa and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pilimatalawa and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Pilimatalawa to Colombo?

The distance between Pilimatalawa and Colombo is 110 km. The road distance is 103.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pilimatalawa to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3500.

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

The train from Pilimatalawa to Fort Station takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Pilimatalawa to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Pilimatalawa to Colombo?

The best way to get from Pilimatalawa to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1400 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Pilimatalawa to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pilimatalawa to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Pilimatalawa to Colombo is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Pilimatalawa to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1477+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pilimatalawa 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 Pilimatalawa to Fort StationKandy / ...
2h 42m
Rs 1,200–3,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
4h 23m
Rs 1,143–1,330
Drive 103.8 km
1. Drive from Pilimatalawa to Colombo103.8 km
1h 50m
Rs 4,331–6,256
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pilimatalawa to Colombo103.8 km
1h 50m
Rs 28,000–34,000

Pilimatalawa to Colombo by train

44Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.8 km
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Pilimatalawa to Fort Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,500 and the journey takes 2h 42m. 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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