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

The cheapest way to get from Pussellawa to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pussellawa to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Pussellawa and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Pussellawa to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Pussellawa and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via Kandy Good Shed Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Pussellawa to Colombo?

The distance between Pussellawa and Colombo is 144 km. The road distance is 127 km.

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

The best way to get from Pussellawa to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Pussellawa to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pussellawa to Colombo bus from?

Pussellawa to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Pussellawa station.

Train or bus from Pussellawa to Colombo?

The best way to get from Pussellawa to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Pussellawa to Colombo bus arrive?

Pussellawa to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Kandy station.

Can I drive from Pussellawa to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Pussellawa to Colombo is 127 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Pussellawa to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1470+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pussellawa 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 Peradeniya to Fort StationBadulla / ...
2h 55m
Rs 2,771–5,556
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
4h 45m
Rs 2,253–2,642
Drive 127 km
1. Drive from Pussellawa to Colombo127 km
2h 19m
Rs 5,307–7,665
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pussellawa to Colombo127 km
2h 19m
Rs 34,000–42,000
Bus via Kandy
1. Take the bus from Pussellawa to Kandy
2. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
5h 39m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 143.7 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Pussellawa, Central, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Peradeniya to Fort Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,700 and the journey takes 2h 26m. 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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