Facts about the transport from Weligama to Colombo
| Cheapest Transport | $2 |
| Fastest Transport | 35m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:30 PM |
| Latest Departure | 2:26 PM |
| Departures per day | 3 |
| Distance | 155 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Real Lanka Holidays |
Weligama to Colombo
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Weligama to Colombo Destination Reviews
JJ
Jake Jit was great but the seats were not functioning properly and it was very hot during 1:50PM ride. for fans would be great.
Weligama to Colombo, Train Unreserved 2nd Class, SL Railway Commuter, Dec 9, 2025
Weligama to Colombo Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Real Lanka Holidays | Comfort 3pax | Any time | +2h 18m | $55.76 | |
Taxi | Real Lanka Holidays | Van 8pax | Any time | +2h 18m | $82.00 | |
Taxi | Real Lanka Holidays | Van 12pax | Any time | +2h 18m | $98.40 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | 1st Class Seat | 06:18 | 08:43 | $13.80 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | 1st Class Seat | 06:30 | 09:28 | $13.80 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | Second Class | 06:30 | 09:30 | $14.00 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 2nd Class | 13:56 | 17:02 | $1.67 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 13:56 | 17:02 | $0.85 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 2nd Class | 14:26 | 17:32 | $1.67 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 14:26 | 17:32 | $0.85 |
How to get from Weligama to Colombo
Travelling between Weligama and Colombo 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 133.60 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 75.66.
How long does it take to get from Weligama to Colombo?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 4 hours to travel between Weligama and Colombo depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Weligama and Colombo. Flight will bring you to your destination in 35m. Train does a much slower job and take about 3h 6m to reach Colombo.
How much does it cost to get from Weligama to Colombo?
Travelling between Weligama and Colombo can be as cheap as USD 75.66 if you opt for a Real Lanka Holidays taxi and as expensive as USD 133.60 if you buy a Real Lanka Holidays 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 Weligama and Colombo ?
- 3 from Weligama to Colombo starting from 00:00 Weligama until 00:00 Weligama
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Weligama 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 Weligama to Colombo, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 200.49.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 Weligama and Colombo
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 Weligama and Colombo
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 Weligama 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
- 82% took a train
- 18% bought a taxi ride
Transportation from Weligama to Colombo
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Trains$ 1.46
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Flights$ 200.49
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Taxis$ 75.66
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available