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

The cheapest way to get from Ulapane to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 4700 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulapane to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs Rs. 4900 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct train between Ulapane and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ulapane and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Ulapane to Colombo?

The distance between Ulapane and Colombo is 147 km. The road distance is 117.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulapane to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 4700.

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

The train from Ulapane to Fort Station takes 3h 27m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ulapane to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulapane to Colombo?

The best way to get from Ulapane to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 4700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2300 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Ulapane to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulapane to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulapane to Colombo is 118 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Ulapane to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1483+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ulapane 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 Ulapane to Fort StationBadulla
3h 27m
Rs 1,300–4,700
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kandy Good Shed Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus TerminalKandy
4h 39m
Rs 1,887–2,210
Drive 117.9 km
1. Drive from Ulapane to Colombo117.9 km
2h 3m
Rs 4,929–7,120
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ulapane to Colombo117.9 km
2h 3m
Rs 32,000–39,000

Ulapane to Colombo by train

21Weekly Trains

3h 27mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.9 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ulapane to Fort Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–4,700 and the journey takes 3h 27m. 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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