What is the cheapest way to get from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 7000.

Is there a direct bus between Temple of the Tooth and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station station and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Temple of the Tooth and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kandy and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo?

The distance between Temple of the Tooth and Colombo is 123 km. The road distance is 116.4 km.

How do I travel from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900.

How long does it take to get from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo?

The train from Kandy to Fort Station takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Temple of the Tooth to Colombo bus from?

Temple of the Tooth to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Temple of the Tooth to Colombo train from?

Temple of the Tooth to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kandy station.

Train or bus from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo?

The best way to get from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 390 - Rs. 440 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Temple of the Tooth to Colombo bus arrive?

Temple of the Tooth to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Temple of the Tooth to Colombo train arrive?

Temple of the Tooth to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Temple of the Tooth to Colombo is 116 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1477+ hotels available in Colombo.

Temple of the Tooth to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Temple of the Tooth 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 Kandy to Fort StationKandy / ...
2h 53m
Rs 1,200–3,900
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
4h 28m
Rs 390–440
Drive 116.4 km
1. Drive from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo116.4 km
2h 3m
Rs 4,857–7,016
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Temple of the Tooth to Colombo116.4 km
2h 3m
Rs 32,000–38,000

Temple of the Tooth to Colombo by foot and train

80Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.6 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Temple of the Tooth, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kandy to Fort Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,900 and the journey takes 2h 36m. 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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