Colombo Fort to Galle

Colombo Fort to Galle

Colombo Fort
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Colombo Fort to Galle Destination Reviews

GC
This was an awesome service!! There are so many moving parts and everything was executed perfectly. My driver, Prasanna, came early and waited for me. He helped me with all of my luggage and even came to pick me up when I could not find the pickup spot. He helped me with my luggage at the bus station and ensured I got on the bus safely and also loaded the bus with my luggage! The bus is super fast and easy to ride and the transfer they set up to take you from the bus to the hotel is fast and awesome. Highly recommend!
Colombo Fort to Galle, Van Taxi + Minibus, SL Highway Bus Service and Shuttle Transfer (Stef Lanka Shuttle), Nov 23, 2025
MS
good price and shirt time to reach to destination, thank you.
Colombo Fort to Galle, Bus Air-conditioned Large Coach, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Nov 2, 2025
VC
Perfect perfect ! First class was great with AC and confortable ! Very good !
Colombo Fort to Galle, Train #8056 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jul 9, 2025
JR
David was a fantastic tour guide. He could not have been friendlier. He was very knowledgeable about the destinations we visited and was generous in allowing us as much time as we wanted to wander around the sites and to linger over the delicious lunch that concluded our tour. Thank you David! Your tour was a highlight of our trip
Colombo Fort to Galle, Train #8056 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Jun 5, 2025
NS
It was great. 12go local staff here in Srilanka was in constant touch and provided all the necessary details on time. On top of that they helped me with recommendations as well on how to move further. Best decision to choose 12Go Asia
Colombo Fort to Galle, Bus Super Luxury, Sri Lanka Bus Service, Jun 2, 2025
AC
Very efficient booking service for the Sri Lanka railway
Colombo Fort to Galle, Train #8058 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, Feb 8, 2025
RJ
I had a great time. The first class compartment was clean and the AC worked really well. Train was on time and the journey was really comfortable. Just be aware of where you need to get down as announcements are not made in English.
Colombo Fort to Galle, Train #8056 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, May 31, 2024
E
I only purchased the train tickets through the information on this site so can’t rate the vehicle or operator. But the information was accurate and very helpful.
Colombo Fort to Galle, Train #8060 First Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railway, May 12, 2024
KA
pleasant journey in 1st class a/c carriage
Colombo Fort to Galle, Train #8056 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Jan 2, 2024
IM
We bought multiple train tickets and had it all delivered to the hotel at once. However, we paid the USD10 delivery for each individual ticket.
Colombo Fort to Galle, Train #8058 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Apr 17, 2022
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Transportation from Colombo Fort to Galle

Facts about the transport from Colombo Fort to Galle

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 45m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure3:50 PM
Departures per day2
Distance88 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Tours with Stef Lanka

How to get from Colombo Fort to Galle

When you want to get from Colombo Fort to Galle, 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 Taxi. 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 Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 5.38. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 5.38.

How far is Colombo Fort from Galle?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Colombo Fort to Galle. Your trip will be a total of 55 miles (88 km). The flying distance is 55 miles (88 km).

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Galle?

The travel time from Colombo Fort to Galle can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 3 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Colombo Fort to Galle?

The cost of the trip from Colombo Fort to Galle 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 5.38 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 5.38.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 5.38 to USD 5.38;
  • flight+taxi price: USD 107.05. From Colombo to Galle starting from 00:00 Bandaranaike Airport del until 00:00 Bandaranaike Airport del

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 78.92 to USD 266.25.

How many trips per day are there between Colombo Fort and Galle?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 2 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Colombo to Galle. 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 78.92.

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 Fort to Galle

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Colombo Fort to Galle? 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.
  • 1% Other