Colombo to Chilaw

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Colombo to Chilaw Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	04:00	05:48	$0.54
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	05:35	07:23	$0.54
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	07:40	09:28	$0.54
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	09:35	11:23	$0.54
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	11:55	13:43	$0.54
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	16:30	18:18	$0.54
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	18:10	19:58	$0.54
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	19:10	20:58	$0.54
Bus	Muthu Travels	Tourist AC	20:00	22:30	$12.00
Train	SL Railway Commuter	Unreserved 3rd Class	20:20	22:08	$0.54

How to get from Colombo to Chilaw

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

Flight
Bus
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 Bus 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 122.16. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 33.73.

How far is Colombo from Chilaw?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo to Chilaw. Your trip will be a total of 37 miles (59 km). The flying distance is 37 miles (59 km).

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

The travel time from Colombo to Chilaw 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 Chilaw?

The cost of the trip from Colombo to Chilaw 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 33.73 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 122.16.

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

Bus tickets - USD 13.80 to USD 13.80;
flight+taxi price: USD 49.64 - USD 51.85. From Colombo to Chilaw starting from 00:00 Negombo Transfer until 00:00 Negombo Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 33.73 to USD 122.16.

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

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 Chilaw any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Colombo to Chilaw 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 Chilaw. 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 33.73.

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

The most popular transport from Colombo to Chilaw

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

52% chosen flight+taxi
48% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Colombo to Chilaw

Buses

$ 13.80
Flights

$ 49.64
Taxis

$ 33.73
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Chilaw

Cheapest Transport	$14
Fastest Transport	1h 10m
Earliest Departure	12:00 ص
Latest Departure	8:00 م
Departures per day	6
Distance	59 kilometers
Transport Companies	Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, Muthu Travels, Real Lanka Holidays, Tours with Stef Lanka

Colombo to Chilaw