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

The cheapest way to get from Polhena to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1000 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Polhena to Colombo is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 10000.

Is there a direct bus between Polhena and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Polhena station to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Polhena and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Walgama and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Polhena to Colombo?

The distance between Polhena and Colombo is 156 km. The road distance is 152.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Polhena to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Polhena to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polhena to Colombo bus from?

Polhena to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Polhena to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Polhena to Colombo?

The best way to get from Polhena to Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 240 - Rs. 3100 and takes 4h 3m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 29000 - Rs. 120000 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Polhena to Colombo bus arrive?

Polhena to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Polhena to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Polhena to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Polhena to Colombo is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Polhena to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1334+ hotels available in Colombo.

Polhena to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Polhena to Colombo by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2h 40m
Rs 867–980
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Walgama to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
4h 3m
Rs 240–3,100
Drive 152.3 km
1. Drive from Polhena to Colombocar 152.3 km
1h 56m
Rs 6,867–9,918
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Polhena to Colombotaxi 152.3 km
1h 56m
Rs 41,000–50,000
Fly
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
2h 26m
Rs 29,207–112,472

Polhena to Colombo by train

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Distance: 156.3 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Polhena, Southern, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 520–570 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Walgama to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 240–3,100 and the journey takes 4h 3m.

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