Colombo to Arugam Bay by train, bus, van, taxi from LKR 34,039

Colombo to Arugam Bay Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Real Lanka Holidays	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+3h 35m	€105.12	5.0
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+6h 30m	€188.34
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Van 6pax	Any time	+6h 30m	€203.11
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Van 8pax	Any time	+6h 30m	€206.25
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Comfort 2pax	Any time	+6h 30m	€170.43
Taxi	Ceylon Roots	SUV 3pax	Any time	+6h 53m	€878.29
Taxi	Ceylon Roots	Comfort 2pax	Any time	+7h 10m	€286.24
Taxi	Real Lanka Holidays	Van 12pax	Any time	+3h 35m	€210.24
Taxi	Real Lanka Holidays	Van 8pax	Any time	+3h 35m	€175.20
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+4h 6m	€186.57
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+4h 6m	€256.52
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+4h 6m	€186.46
Taxi	Lakpura	Standard Car	Any time	+9h 44m	€152.87

How to get from Colombo to Arugam Bay

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

Bus
Train
Van
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+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 EUR 313.20. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as EUR 93.97.

How much does it cost to get from Colombo to Arugam Bay?

The cost of the trip from Colombo to Arugam Bay varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Tuktukdude Leisure: travelling by van expect to pay as low as EUR 93.97 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 EUR 313.20.

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

Bus tickets - EUR 12.17 to EUR 12.17;
Van price : EUR 93.97;
taxi+Train price: EUR 104.35 - EUR 140.83. From Colombo to Arugam Bay starting from 05:55 Ella until 09:45 Ella

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 109.79 to EUR 313.21.

How many trips per day are there between Colombo and Arugam Bay?

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

Vans from Colombo to Arugam Bay depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Colombo to Arugam Bay any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Colombo to Arugam Bay is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Colombo to Arugam Bay. 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 EUR 109.79.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Colombo to Arugam Bay. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Colombo to Arugam Bay.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Colombo to Arugam Bay

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

90% chosen taxi+Train
7% decided to go for a bus.
2% decided to catch a taxi.
1% Other

Transportation from Colombo to Arugam Bay

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Arugam Bay

Cheapest Transport	€13
Fastest Transport	3h 35m
Earliest Departure	3:00 AM
Latest Departure	7:30 PM
Departures per day	10
Distance	180 kilometers
Transport Companies	Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railways, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka, Tuktukdude Leisure

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Colombo to Arugam Bay