What is the cheapest way to get from Kantale to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Kantale to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kantale to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Kantale to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Kantale and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kantale and arriving at Colombo. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kantale and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kantale Station station and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Kantale to Colombo?

The distance between Kantale and Colombo is 223 km. The road distance is 219 km.

How do I travel from Kantale to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Kantale to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 2800.

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

The bus from Kantale to Colombo takes 4h 24m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kantale to Colombo bus from?

Kantale to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Kantale station.

Where do I catch the Kantale to Colombo train from?

Kantale to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kantale Station.

Train or bus from Kantale to Colombo?

The best way to get from Kantale to Colombo is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Kantale to Colombo bus arrive?

Kantale to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo station.

Where does the Kantale to Colombo train arrive?

Kantale to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Kantale to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kantale to Colombo is 219 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Kantale to Colombo.

How do I get a train ticket from Kantale to Colombo?

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Kantale to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kantale to Colombo by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Kantale to Colombobus
4h 24m
Rs 900–2,800
Train
1. Take the train from Kantale Station to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
5h 27m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 219 km
1. Drive from Kantale to Colombocar 219 km
3h 25m
Rs 9,695–14,003
Bus via Veyangoda
1. Take the bus from Kantale to Nittambuwabus Trincomalee-Colombo
2. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Colombo
5h 49m
Rs 1,861–5,165

Kantale to Colombo by train

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.5 km
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Kantale, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Kantale to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 900–1,300 and the journey takes 4h 24m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kantale Station to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 5h 27m.

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