Dodanduwa to Colombo

Dodanduwa to Colombo

Dodanduwa
Colombo
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How to get from Dodanduwa to Colombo

Travelling between Dodanduwa and Colombo is possible by Train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 169.23 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 5.03.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 3 hours to travel between Dodanduwa and Colombo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Dodanduwa and Colombo. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 2h 57m to reach Colombo.

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

Travelling between Dodanduwa and Colombo can be as cheap as USD 5.03 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 169.23 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 Dodanduwa and Colombo ?

  • 4 from Dodanduwa to Colombo starting from 06:48 Galle until 07:15 Galle
  • 17 from Dodanduwa to Colombo starting from 00:00 Galle Transfer until 00:00 Galle Transfer

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

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 Dodanduwa and Colombo

Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, Real Lanka Holidays, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka (Stef Lanka Tours)

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 Dodanduwa to Colombo?

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

  • 99% took a train
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Dodanduwa to Colombo

  • Trains are not available
  • Buses are not available
  • Ferries are not available
  • Flights are not available
  • Taxis are not available
  • Vans are not available