Colombo to Polgahawela

Colombo to Polgahawela

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Colombo to Polgahawela Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Lakpura
Standard Car
Any time
+1h 44m
$57.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
05:30
06:44
$7.09
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
05:55
07:15
$15.77
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
06:30
07:52
$13.50
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
08:30
09:43
$15.77
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
08:55
10:25
$5.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Observation class
09:45
11:13
$6.75
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
First Class Seat
10:35
11:59
$14.13
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
11:50
13:01
$16.10
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
First Class Seat
12:30
14:03
$15.77
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
1st Class Seat
15:05
16:08
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
15:45
17:00
$7.09
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
First Class Sleeping Berths
19:00
20:20
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
20:00
21:27
$3.38
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
20:30
22:08
$15.89
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
21:30
22:59
$6.08
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
21:53
22:59
$6.08
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
23:00
00:12
$10.13

How to get from Colombo to Polgahawela

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

  • Flight
  • 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 62.37. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 62.37.

How far is Colombo from Polgahawela?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo to Polgahawela. Your trip will be a total of 55 miles (87 km). The flying distance is 397 miles (638 km).

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

The travel time from Colombo to Polgahawela 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 Polgahawela?

The cost of the trip from Colombo to Polgahawela 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 62.37 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 62.37.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.98 to USD 11.73;
  • Plane tickets - USD 144.73 to USD 144.73;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 62.37 to USD 62.37.

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

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 Polgahawela any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Polgahawela. 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 144.73.

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 Polgahawela

Cinnamon Air

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Colombo to Polgahawela. 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 62.37.

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 Polgahawela

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

  • 99% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Colombo to Polgahawela

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Polgahawela

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure5:45 AM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day1
Distance87 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCinnamon Air, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway