Kataragama to Colombo

Kataragama to Colombo

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Kataragama to Colombo Schedule

Kataragama to Colombo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Disaru Expressway Tourist AC 14:15 - 19:15LKR 4,902
Disaru Expressway Tourist AC 23:45 - 04:45LKR 4,902

Transportation from Kataragama to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Kataragama to Colombo

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure2:00 PM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day2
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Disaru Expressway, Srilankan Airlines

How to get from Kataragama to Colombo

When you want to get from Kataragama to Colombo, 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 Flight. 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 Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 16.57. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 16.57.

How far is Kataragama from Colombo?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kataragama to Colombo. Your trip will be a total of 156 miles (250 km). The flying distance is 397 miles (638 km).

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

The travel time from Kataragama to Colombo can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kataragama to Colombo varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Disaru Expressway: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 16.57 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 16.57.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.57 to USD 16.57;
  • Plane tickets - USD 44.37 to USD 238.75;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 136.28 - USD 161.63. From Kataragama to Colombo starting from 00:00 Nuwara Eliya until 00:00 Nuwara Eliya
  • flight+taxi price: USD 143.68. From Kataragama to Colombo starting from 00:00 Colombo Transfer until 00:00 Colombo Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 133.11 to USD 160.58.

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

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 14:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:45. There are 2 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Kataragama to Colombo. 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 44.37.

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 Kataragama to Colombo

Srilankan Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Kataragama to Colombo 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 Kataragama to Colombo. 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 133.11.

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 Kataragama to Colombo

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

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.