Colombo to Kalutara

Colombo to Kalutara

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Kalutara
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Colombo to Kalutara Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Ceylon Roots
SUV 3pax
Any time
+1h 10m
$196.67
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+1h 2m
$35.00
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
05:38
06:39
$0.80
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
05:38
06:39
$0.39
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
08:45
09:46
$0.39
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
08:45
09:46
$0.80
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
11:15
12:16
$0.39
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
11:15
12:16
$0.80
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 3rd Class
14:01
15:02
$0.39
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
14:01
15:02
$0.80
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
14:30
15:37
$3.04
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
14:34
15:29
$12.81
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
14:40
15:37
$3.04
Train
SL Railway Commuter
Unreserved 2nd Class
14:40
15:41
$0.80
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:40
16:41
$3.04
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
15:44
16:31
$12.81
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:50
16:41
$3.04

How to get from Colombo to Kalutara

When you want to get from Colombo to Kalutara, 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 Bus+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 215.20. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 26.74.

How far is Colombo from Kalutara?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo to Kalutara. Your trip will be a total of 19 miles (30 km). The flying distance is 19 miles (30 km).

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

The travel time from Colombo to Kalutara can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Colombo to Kalutara 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 26.74 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 215.20.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.64 to USD 4.64;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 43.40 - USD 54.72. From Colombo to Kalutara starting from 00:00 Colombo until 00:00 Colombo

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 26.74 to USD 215.19.

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

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 Kalutara 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 Kalutara. 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 26.74.

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 Kalutara

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

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Kalutara

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport35m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure3:50 PM
Departures per day10
Distance30 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar