Southern Province to Colombo

Southern Province to Colombo

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Southern Province to Colombo Schedule

Southern Province to Colombo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Real Lanka Holidays Comfort 3pax Any timeLKR 27,583
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 05:25 - 09:29LKR 2,180
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 15:30 - 18:57LKR 2,180

Transportation from Southern Province to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Southern Province to Colombo

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure5:25 AM
Latest Departure8:55 PM
Departures per day11
Distance213 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway, Srilankan Airlines, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Southern Province to Colombo

When you want to get from Southern Province to Colombo, 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 Train 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 359.71. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 7.37.

How far is Southern Province from Colombo?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Southern Province to Colombo. Your trip will be a total of 133 miles (213 km). The flying distance is 397 miles (638 km).

How long does it take to get from Southern Province to Colombo?

The travel time from Southern Province 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 Southern Province to Colombo?

The cost of the trip from Southern Province to Colombo varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sri Lanka Railway: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 7.37 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 359.71.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 7.37 to USD 7.37;
  • Plane tickets - USD 40.14 to USD 40.14;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 76.16 to USD 359.71.

How many trips per day are there between Southern Province and Colombo?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Southern Province to Colombo 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 Southern Province 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 40.14.

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 Southern Province to Colombo

Srilankan Airlines

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Southern Province 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 76.16.

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..

The most popular transport from Southern Province to Colombo

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Southern Province 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:

  • 98% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.