Facts about the transport from Colombo to Gampola
| Cheapest Transport | $10 |
| Fastest Transport | 45m |
| Earliest Departure | 10:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 12:40 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 257 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway |
Colombo to Gampola
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Colombo to Gampola Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Lakpura | Standard Car | Any time | +2h 50m | $69.00 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | 1st Class Seat | 05:55 | 09:27 | $17.41 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | Third Class Reserved Seats | 05:55 | 09:27 | $13.14 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | 2nd Class Reserved Seat | 05:55 | 09:27 | $14.79 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | 1st Class Seat | 08:30 | 11:36 | $17.41 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | Third Class Reserved Seats | 08:30 | 11:36 | $13.14 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | 2nd Class Reserved Seat | 08:30 | 11:36 | $14.79 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | Observation First Vagon | 09:45 | 12:52 | $19.06 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | First Class Seat | 12:30 | 18:00 | $17.41 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railway | First Class Seat | 12:40 | 17:48 | $7.98 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | Third Class Reserved Seats | 20:30 | 00:23 | $15.89 |
How to get from Colombo to Gampola
Travelling between Colombo and Gampola is possible by Flight, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 73.50 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 73.50.
How long does it take to get from Colombo to Gampola?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 6 hours to travel between Colombo and Gampola depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Colombo and Gampola. Flight will bring you to your destination in 45m. Train does a much slower job and take about 5h 8m to reach Gampola.
How much does it cost to get from Colombo to Gampola?
Travelling between Colombo and Gampola can be as cheap as USD 73.50 if you opt for a Lakpura taxi and as expensive as USD 73.50 if you buy a Lakpura 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 Gampola ?
- 1 from Colombo to Gampola starting from 00:00 Colombo until 00:00 Colombo
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Colombo to Gampola.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Flights
Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Colombo to Gampola, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 137.57.Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Colombo and Gampola
Cinnamon Air
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 Gampola
Lakpura
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 Gampola?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
Transportation from Colombo to Gampola
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Trains$ 9.50
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Flights$ 137.57
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Taxis$ 73.50
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available