Peradeniya to Colombo

Peradeniya to Colombo

Peradeniya
Colombo
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Peradeniya to Colombo Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h 49m
$60.47
Taxi
Tours with Stef Lanka
Van 6pax
Any time
+2h 49m
$67.19
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Third Class Reserved Seats
01:57
05:40
$15.89
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
04:40
07:12
$3.11
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
10:51
14:05
$6.22
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
14:12
17:25
$4.67
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
14:12
17:25
$3.11
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Observation class
17:15
21:10
$6.22
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation class
17:15
21:00
$15.00
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
17:26
19:17
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railways
Observation First Vagon
17:26
20:05
$19.06
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
19:50
22:10
$7.78
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
Second Class Reserved Seats
19:50
22:10
$4.67
Train
Sri Lanka Railway
First Class Seat
23:39
02:23
$4.67

How to get from Peradeniya to Colombo

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

  • Flight
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi+flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Van 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 96.02. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 57.16.

How far is Peradeniya from Colombo?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Peradeniya to Colombo. Your trip will be a total of 42 miles (67 km). The flying distance is 42 miles (67 km).

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

The travel time from Peradeniya to Colombo can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 12 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Peradeniya to Colombo varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is TaxiBazaar: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 57.16 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 96.02.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.28 to USD 10.82;
  • Van price : USD 27.85 - USD 91.09;
  • taxi+flight price: USD 56.51 - USD 68.55. From Peradeniya to Colombo starting from 00:00 Kandy until 00:00 Kandy

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 57.16 to USD 96.02.

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

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 Peradeniya to Colombo 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 Peradeniya 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 57.16.

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 Peradeniya to Colombo. 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 Peradeniya to Colombo.

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 Peradeniya to Colombo

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Peradeniya 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:

  • 79% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 11% opted for a van.
  • 7% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 3% chosen taxi+flight

Transportation from Peradeniya to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Peradeniya to Colombo

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure5:15 PM
Departures per day4
Distance67 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, SL Highway Bus Service and Shuttle Transfer, Sri Lanka Railway, TaxiBazaar, Tuktukdude Leisure