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

The cheapest way to get from Talawakele to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 685 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Talawakele to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Talawakele and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Talawakelle and arriving at Colombo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Talawakele and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Talawakele and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Talawakele to Colombo?

The distance between Talawakele and Colombo is 176 km. The road distance is 132.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Talawakele to Colombo without a car is to bus via Nuwara Eliya which takes 5h 1m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Talawakele to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Talawakele to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Talawakele to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Talawakele to Colombo?

The best way to get from Talawakele to Colombo is to bus via Nuwara Eliya which takes 5h 1m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Talawakele to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Talawakele to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Talawakele to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Talawakele to Colombo is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Talawakele to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1438+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Talawakele to Colombo by bus, train, 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.

Bus via Nuwara Eliya
best
1. Take the bus from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal79-1
5h 1m
Rs 1,751–2,178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Talawakelle to Colombo
5h 9m
Rs 685
Train
1. Take the train from Talawakele to Fort StationBadulla
5h 32m
Rs 1,300–6,000
Drive 132.9 km
1. Drive from Talawakele to Colombo132.9 km
2h 18m
Rs 5,507–7,954
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Talawakele to Colombo132.9 km
2h 18m
Rs 36,000–44,000

Talawakele to Colombo by train

22Weekly Trains

5h 32mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 175.9 km
Duration: 5h 1m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost Rs 520–580 and the journey takes 4h 37m. Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Talawakele to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–6,000 and the journey takes 5h 32m.

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