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

The cheapest way to get from Waikkala to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waikkala to Colombo is to drive which takes 39 min and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2700.

Is there a direct bus between Waikkala and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kochchikade and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Waikkala and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Waikkala and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Waikkala to Colombo?

The distance between Waikkala and Colombo is 49 km. The road distance is 44.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Waikkala to Colombo without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 4m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3300.

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

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Waikkala to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waikkala to Colombo bus from?

Waikkala to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kochchikade station.

Where do I catch the Waikkala to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Waikkala to Colombo?

The best way to get from Waikkala to Colombo is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Waikkala to Colombo bus arrive?

Waikkala to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Waikkala to Colombo train arrive?

Waikkala to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Waikkala to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Waikkala to Colombo is 44 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Waikkala to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1432+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Waikkala to Colombo by taxi, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Waikkala to Katunayake Airport Bus Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 187-E CMB to Colombo
1h 4m
Rs 2,770–3,293
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Waikkala to Maradanatrain Puttalam
1h 52m
Rs 1,200–2,600
Drive 44.4 km
1. Drive from Waikkala to Colombocar 44.4 km
39 min
Rs 1,864–2,692
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waikkala to Colombotaxi 44.4 km
39 min
Rs 12,000–15,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kochchikade to Pettahbus
1h 18m
Bus via Bandaranaike Internation Airport
1. Take the bus from Bandaranaike Internation Airport to Colombo Citybus
2h 25m
Rs 3,017–3,486

Waikkala to Colombo by train

22Weekly Trains

1h 52mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 48.6 km
Duration: 1h 4m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Waikkala to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,600 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Kochchikade to Pettah 3 times a day, and the journey takes 55 min.

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