Facts about the transport from Embilipitiya to Colombo
| Cheapest Transport | $10 |
| Fastest Transport | 45m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 5:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 5 |
| Distance | 238 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Sri Lanka Bus Service |
Embilipitiya to Colombo
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Embilipitiya to Colombo Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Super Luxury | 07:30 | 12:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Air-conditioned Large Coach | 07:30 | 12:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Super Luxury | 10:30 | 15:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Air-conditioned Large Coach | 10:30 | 15:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Super Luxury | 11:30 | 16:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Air-conditioned Large Coach | 11:30 | 16:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Super Luxury | 15:30 | 20:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Air-conditioned Large Coach | 15:30 | 20:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Super Luxury | 17:30 | 22:15 | $9.69 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Air-conditioned Large Coach | 17:30 | 22:15 | $9.69 |
How to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo
Travelling between Embilipitiya and Colombo is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 9.64 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 9.64.
How long does it take to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 5 hours to travel between Embilipitiya and Colombo depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Embilipitiya and Colombo. Flight will bring you to your destination in 45m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 45m to reach Colombo.
How much does it cost to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo?
Travelling between Embilipitiya and Colombo can be as cheap as USD 9.64 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Bus Service bus and as expensive as USD 9.64 if you buy a Sri Lanka Bus Service Bus 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 Embilipitiya and Colombo ?
- 5 from Embilipitiya to Colombo starting from 07:30 Embillipitiya Bus Stand until 17:30 Embillipitiya Bus Stand
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Embilipitiya to Colombo.
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 Embilipitiya to Colombo, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 213.03.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 Embilipitiya and Colombo
Cinnamon Air
Bus
Travelling from Embilipitiya to Colombo overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Embilipitiya and Colombo
Sri Lanka Bus Service
What is the most popular transport to get from Embilipitiya to Colombo?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus
Transportation from Embilipitiya to Colombo
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Buses$ 9.64
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Flights$ 213.03
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available