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

The cheapest way to get from Wattala to Colombo is to drive which costs Rs. 370 - Rs. 550 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wattala to Colombo is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3000.

Is there a direct bus between Wattala and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wattala and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Wattala and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hunupitiya and arriving at Maradana. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Wattala to Colombo?

The distance between Wattala and Colombo is 8 km. The road distance is 9.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Wattala to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs Rs. 260 - Rs. 2500.

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

The train from Hunupitiya to Maradana takes 19 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Wattala to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wattala to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Wattala to Colombo?

The best way to get from Wattala to Colombo is to train which takes 19 min and costs Rs. 260 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 25 min.

Where does the Wattala to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wattala to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wattala to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Wattala to Colombo is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Wattala to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1470+ hotels available in Colombo.

Wattala to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and foot

There are 5 ways to get from Wattala to Colombo by train, bus, taxi, car, or foot

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Wattala to Colombo by train

17Weekly Trains

19 minAverage Duration

Rs 260Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.3 km
Duration: 19 min

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Hunupitiya to Maradana twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 260–2,500 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Wattala to Pettah 3 times a day, and the journey takes 25 min.

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