Colombo to Hikkaduwa

Colombo to Hikkaduwa

Colombo
Hikkaduwa
Jan 11, 2028
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Colombo to Hikkaduwa Destination Reviews

JW
Jody W
It was my first time booking a train in Sri Lanka. I got the 1st class ticket, and everything went smoothly. I was able to buy online and receive the ticket 30-60 minutes later. It said to print the ticket or show to the desk, but I took it and they said it’s ok and doesn’t need to be printed. Overall I would do it again, it was so easy to book and once I was there I would just ask the local workers and they were very helpful in telling me where to go. The train itself was ok. Air con was nice and no complaints. It’s not like a western first class, it’s a Sri Lankan first class.
Colombo to Hikkaduwa, Train #8056 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Mar 27, 2025
MB
Mikhail B
I booked at the last minute and got tickets immediately. Nice service.
Colombo to Hikkaduwa, Train #8056 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Dec 19, 2024
LW
Lucia W
It was a nice Experience, as a Backpacker it was Really neccesery to Book The 2nd/ 1st class, cause of the place trouble in the 3rd. But you have to inform yourself, where to wait and enter the Train, so you dont have time trouble to run to the side of the First class
Colombo to Hikkaduwa, Train #8056 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Mar 1, 2024
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Colombo to Hikkaduwa Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 2pax
Any time
+2h 2m
$56.98
Taxi
Real Lanka Holidays
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h 10m
$46.24
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
06:00
08:00
$17.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Second Class
06:00
08:00
$14.00
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
06:50
09:10
$1.45
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
08:35
10:43
$1.45
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
14:30
16:37
$3.71
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
14:34
16:21
$12.81
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
14:40
16:37
$3.71
  4.9
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
14:55
16:21
$12.81
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:40
17:39
$3.71
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
15:44
17:19
$12.81
  5.0
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:50
17:39
$3.71
  4.9

How to get from Colombo to Hikkaduwa

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

  • 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 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 378.29. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 48.26.

How far is Colombo from Hikkaduwa?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo to Hikkaduwa. Your trip will be a total of 71 miles (114 km). The flying distance is 56 miles (90 km).

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

The travel time from Colombo to Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa?

The cost of the trip from Colombo to Hikkaduwa 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 48.26 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 378.29.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 5.32 to USD 5.32;
  • Van price : USD 70.53;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 48.27 to USD 378.29.

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

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 Hikkaduwa 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 Hikkaduwa. 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 48.27.

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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Colombo to Hikkaduwa. 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 Hikkaduwa.

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 Hikkaduwa

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

  • 57% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 28% opted for a van.
  • 15% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Colombo to Hikkaduwa

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Hikkaduwa

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 44m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure3:50 PM
Departures per day14
Distance114 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka