Colombo to Aluthgama

Colombo to Aluthgama

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Colombo to Aluthgama Schedule

Colombo to Aluthgama Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Van 8pax Any timeLKR 18,498
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 14:40 - 15:45LKR 1,445

Transportation from Colombo to Aluthgama

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Aluthgama

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 3m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure3:44 PM
Departures per day3
Distance53 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Real Lanka Holidays, Sri Lanka Railway

How to get from Colombo to Aluthgama

Travelling between Colombo and Aluthgama is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 99.67 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 39.40.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 2 hours to travel between Colombo and Aluthgama depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Colombo and Aluthgama. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 3m. Bus+taxi does a much slower job and take about 1h 40m to reach Aluthgama.

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

Travelling between Colombo and Aluthgama can be as cheap as USD 39.40 if you opt for a Real Lanka Holidays taxi and as expensive as USD 99.67 if you buy a Ceylon Roots taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

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

  • 3 from Colombo to Aluthgama starting from 00:00 Colombo until 00:00 Colombo

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Colombo to Aluthgama.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Colombo and Aluthgama

Ceylon Roots, Real Lanka Holidays

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Colombo to Aluthgama?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 98% took a train
  • 1% Other