What is the cheapest way to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 11000 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 57m and costs Rs. 38000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Tangalle beach and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tangalle and arriving at Colombo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Tangalle beach to Colombo?

The distance between Tangalle beach and Colombo is 186 km. The road distance is 182.3 km.

How do I travel from Tangalle beach to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo without a car is to bus via Matara Bus Station which takes 3h 9m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 14000.

How long does it take to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tangalle beach to Colombo bus from?

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

Train or bus from Tangalle beach to Colombo?

The best way to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo is to bus via Matara Bus Station which takes 3h 9m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 14000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4300 - Rs. 11000 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Tangalle beach to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tangalle beach to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Tangalle beach to Colombo is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Tangalle beach to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1439+ hotels available in Colombo.

Tangalle beach to Colombo - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo by bus, train, car, taxi, or plane

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 Matara Bus Station
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
3h 9m
Rs 11,557–13,613
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Beliatta to Bambalapitiyatrain Beliatta
3h 50m
Rs 4,344–10,850
Drive 182.3 km
1. Drive from Tangalle beach to Colombocar 182.3 km
2h 17m
Rs 7,664–11,070
Taxi to Koggala, fly
1. Take the taxi from Tangalle beach to Koggala (KCT)taxi
2. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
1h 57m
Rs 38,068–114,717
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tangalle to Colombobus
4h 22m
Taxi to Weerawila International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Tangalle beach to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)taxi
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
2h 22m
Rs 37,817–113,830

Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

Rs 9,594Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tangalle beach to Colombo.

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Distance: 185.8 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Tangalle beach, 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 Beliatta to Bambalapitiya 5 times a week. Tickets cost Rs 240–6,000 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

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