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

The cheapest way to get from Polgolla to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1100 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Polgolla to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct train between Polgolla and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katugastota and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Polgolla to Colombo?

The distance between Polgolla and Colombo is 127 km. The road distance is 119.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Polgolla to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 4000.

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

The train from Katugastota to Colombo Fort takes 3h 39m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Polgolla to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Polgolla to Colombo?

The best way to get from Polgolla to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 4000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 1100 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Polgolla to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Polgolla to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Polgolla to Colombo is 120 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Polgolla to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Polgolla 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 Katugastota to Colombo FortMatale
3h 39m
Rs 1,200–4,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
4h 20m
Rs 923–1,070
Drive 119.7 km
1. Drive from Polgolla to Colombo119.7 km
2h 9m
Rs 5,035–7,273
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Polgolla to Colombo119.7 km
2h 9m
Rs 32,000–39,000

Polgolla to Colombo by train

7Weekly Trains

3h 39mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.7 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Katugastota to Colombo Fort once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–4,000 and the journey takes 3h 39m. 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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