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

The cheapest way to get from Tambuttegama to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 700 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tambuttegama to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Tambuttegama and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tambuttegam and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Tambuttegama and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thambuttegama and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Tambuttegama to Colombo?

The distance between Tambuttegama and Colombo is 179 km. The road distance is 167 km.

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

The best way to get from Tambuttegama to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 6000.

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

The train from Thambuttegama to Colombo Fort takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Tambuttegama to Colombo bus from?

Tambuttegama to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Tambuttegam station.

Where do I catch the Tambuttegama to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Tambuttegama to Colombo?

The best way to get from Tambuttegama to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 700 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Tambuttegama to Colombo bus arrive?

Tambuttegama to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Tambuttegama to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tambuttegama to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Tambuttegama to Colombo is 167 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Tambuttegama to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1466+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tambuttegama 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 Thambuttegama to Colombo FortKankesanthurai / ...
3h 10m
Rs 1,300–6,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tambuttegam to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal57
4h 35m
Rs 600–700
Drive 167 km
1. Drive from Tambuttegama to Colombo167 km
2h 57m
Rs 7,019–10,138
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tambuttegama to Colombo167 km
2h 57m
Rs 45,000–55,000

Tambuttegama to Colombo by train

11Weekly Trains

3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.5 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Thambuttegama to Colombo Fort twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Tambuttegam to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal hourly. Tickets cost Rs 600–700 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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