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

The cheapest way to get from Talawakelle to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 850 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Talawakelle to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Talawakelle and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Talawakelle and arriving at Colombo. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Talawakelle 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 Talawakelle to Colombo?

The distance between Talawakelle and Colombo is 135 km. The road distance is 134.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Talawakelle to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 850.

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

The bus from Talawakelle to Colombo takes 4h 51m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Talawakelle to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Talawakelle to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Talawakelle to Colombo?

The best way to get from Talawakelle to Colombo is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 850. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Talawakelle to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Talawakelle to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Talawakelle to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Talawakelle to Colombo is 135 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Talawakelle to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1449+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Talawakelle to Colombo
4h 51m
Rs 700–850
Train
1. Take the train from Talawakele to Fort StationBadulla
5h 32m
Rs 1,300–6,000
Drive 134.5 km
1. Drive from Talawakelle to Colombo134.5 km
2h 22m
Rs 5,660–8,176
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Talawakelle to Colombo134.5 km
2h 22m
Rs 37,000–44,000
Bus via Nuwara Eliya
1. Take the bus from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal79-1
5h 8m
Rs 1,919–2,527

Talawakelle to Colombo by train

22Weekly Trains

5h 32mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.9 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Talawakelle to Colombo every 4 hours. Tickets cost Rs 700–850 and the journey takes 4h 51m. 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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