Colombo to Aluthgama

Colombo to Aluthgama

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Colombo to Aluthgama Destination Reviews

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Graham M
Cheap and good easy to book
Colombo to Aluthgama, Train #8058 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Mar 10, 2026
JP
Judith P
Great seats. Lots of room. Air con in first class was good. Amazing route along the coast. Shane the windows were too dirty for photos
Colombo to Aluthgama, Train #8056 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Mar 7, 2026
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Colombo to Aluthgama Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 25m
$46.49
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+1h 25m
$41.93
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 8pax
Any time
+1h 25m
$55.63
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 6pax
Any time
+1h 25m
$52.37
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+2h 22m
$67.00
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+1h 18m
$100.40
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
Van 6pax
Any time
+1h 18m
$118.52
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 12pax
Any time
+1h 30m
$58.80
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Van 8pax
Any time
+1h 30m
$49.00
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 30m
$39.20
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
SUV 6pax
Any time
+1h 5m
$94.29
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Hatchback 4pax
Any time
+1h 5m
$68.46
Taxi
TaxiBazaar
Sedan
Any time
+1h 5m
$68.57
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
14:30
15:57
$3.04
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
14:34
15:45
$12.81
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
14:40
15:57
$3.04
  4.4
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
14:55
15:45
$12.81
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:40
17:01
$3.04
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
15:44
16:47
$13.80
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:50
17:01
$3.04
  4.4

How to get from Colombo to Aluthgama

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

  • Bus
  • 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 Taxi 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 129.69. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 40.87.

How far is Colombo from Aluthgama?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo to Aluthgama. Your trip will be a total of 35 miles (55 km). The flying distance is 35 miles (55 km).

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

The travel time from Colombo to Aluthgama can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 3 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Colombo to Aluthgama?

The cost of the trip from Colombo to Aluthgama varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Real Lanka Holidays: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 40.87 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 129.69.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.64 to USD 4.64;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 53.16 - USD 83.87. From Colombo to Aluthgama starting from 00:00 Ahungalla until 00:00 Ahungalla

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 40.87 to USD 129.69.

How many trips per day are there between Colombo and Aluthgama?

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Colombo to Aluthgama 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 Colombo to Aluthgama. 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 40.87.

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 Colombo to Aluthgama

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Colombo to Aluthgama? 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:

  • 65% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 34% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Colombo to Aluthgama

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Aluthgama

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure3:50 PM
Departures per day9
Distance55 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar