Badulla to Colombo Fort

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Badulla to Colombo Fort Destination Reviews

Wei L

Train was 3 hours late. The train is absolutely filthy. I'm not overly clean. To put in in perspective, I haven't cleaned my shoes in about 2 weeks and over a hundred miles through Southeast Asia and Europe. When I used a wipe, one swipe, on the headrest of my seat, it was dirtier than the wipe I used to clean the entirety of my shoe. The restrooms are absolutely disgusting, with pools of liquid on the floor at all times, which is brought out to the train. In my car, reserved 2nd class, there were 6 fully formed spider webs with spiders, dozens of mosquitos, 4 wasps, and hundreds of gnats. No one seemed to bat an eye so it seems like business as usual. Views weren't great either, because we were so late there was reduced day time for sights. As a plus, the food isn't really marked up.

Badulla to Colombo Fort, Train #111002 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Nov 10, 2025

Gokhan K

It took me to arrive colombo almost 10 hours

Badulla to Colombo Fort, Train #111002 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Sep 1, 2025

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How to get from Badulla to Colombo Fort

When you want to get from Badulla to Colombo Fort, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 264.75. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 6.24.

How far is Badulla from Colombo Fort?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Badulla to Colombo Fort. Your trip will be a total of 128 miles (205 km). The flying distance is 128 miles (205 km).

How long does it take to get from Badulla to Colombo Fort?

The travel time from Badulla to Colombo Fort can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Badulla to Colombo Fort?

The cost of the trip from Badulla to Colombo Fort varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 6.24 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 264.75.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Badulla to Colombo Fort:

Train tickets - USD 6.24 to USD 10.98;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 116.05 to USD 264.75.

How many trips per day are there between Badulla and Colombo Fort?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 7 trains per day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Badulla to Colombo any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Badulla to Colombo. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 116.05.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Badulla to Colombo Fort

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Badulla to Colombo Fort? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

93% users enjoyed a train ride.
7% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Badulla to Colombo Fort

Trains

$ 6.24
Taxis

$ 116.05
Buses are not available
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Badulla to Colombo Fort

Cheapest Transport	$7
Fastest Transport	4h 5m
Earliest Departure	5:45 AM
Latest Departure	6:00 PM
Departures per day	10
Distance	205 kilometers
Transport Companies	Ceylon Roots, Tours with Stef Lanka

Badulla to Colombo Fort