Colombo to Kurunegala by bus, train, flight, taxi from LKR 20,424

Colombo to Kurunegala Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Tours with Stef Lanka	Comfort 2pax	Any time	+2h 12m	$47.30
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	05:30	07:09	$7.09
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	Second Class Reserved Seats	06:00	08:06	$4.39	4.0
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	06:40	08:33	$6.08
Train	Sri Lanka Railways	Observation First Vagon	09:45	11:22	$19.06
Train	Sri Lanka Railways	1st Class Seat	11:50	13:29	$16.10
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	12:40	14:21	$6.75
Train	Sri Lanka Railways	1st Class Seat	15:05	16:32	$19.06
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	15:45	17:25	$7.09
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	Second Class Reserved Seats	17:10	18:35	$3.38
Train	Sri Lanka Railways	First Class Sleeping Berths	19:00	20:55	$19.06
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	20:00	21:54	$6.08
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	21:30	23:38	$9.79
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	Second Class Reserved Seats	21:53	23:38	$6.08
Train	Sri Lanka Railway	First Class Seat	23:00	00:36	$10.13

How to get from Colombo to Kurunegala

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

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 106.25. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 65.65.

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

The cost of the trip from Colombo to Kurunegala varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Lakpura: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 65.65 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 106.25.

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

Train tickets - USD 4.98 to USD 11.73;
Bus tickets - USD 8.61 to USD 8.61;
Plane tickets - USD 145.01 to USD 145.01;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 65.65 to USD 106.25.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Kurunegala. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 145.01.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Colombo to Kurunegala

Cinnamon Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Colombo to Kurunegala 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 Kurunegala. 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 65.65.

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 Kurunegala

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

89% decided to go for a bus.
10% users enjoyed a train ride.
1% Other

Transportation from Colombo to Kurunegala

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Kurunegala

Cheapest Transport	$5
Fastest Transport	45m
Earliest Departure	5:45 AM
Latest Departure	11:00 PM
Departures per day	4
Distance	123 kilometers
Transport Companies	Cinnamon Air, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar

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