Facts about the transport from Badulla to Colombo
| Cheapest Transport | $7 |
| Fastest Transport | 4h 30m |
| Earliest Departure | 5:45 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 225 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway |
Badulla to Colombo
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Badulla to Colombo Destination Reviews
WL
Wei LTrain was 3 hours late. The train is absolutely filthy. I'm not overly clean. To put in in perspective, I haven't cleaned my shoes in about 2 weeks and over a hundred miles through Southeast Asia and Europe. When I used a wipe, one swipe, on the headrest of my seat, it was dirtier than the wipe I used to clean the entirety of my shoe.
The restrooms are absolutely disgusting, with pools of liquid on the floor at all times, which is brought out to the train.
In my car, reserved 2nd class, there were 6 fully formed spider webs with spiders, dozens of mosquitos, 4 wasps, and hundreds of gnats. No one seemed to bat an eye so it seems like business as usual.
Views weren't great either, because we were so late there was reduced day time for sights. As a plus, the food isn't really marked up.
Badulla to Colombo, Train #111002 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Nov 10, 2025
GK
Gokhan KIt took me to arrive colombo almost 10 hours
Badulla to Colombo, Train #111002 Second Class Reserved Seats, Sri Lanka Railway, Sep 1, 2025
Badulla to Colombo Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Tours with Stef Lanka | Comfort 3pax | Any time | +5h 30m | $113.95 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Super Luxury | 01:25 | 06:25 | $13.79 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railway | First Class Seat | 05:45 | 15:47 | $9.60 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railway | First Class Seat | 07:40 | 17:25 | $11.21 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railway | First Class Seat | 08:00 | 18:20 | $16.01 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | 2nd Class Reserved Seat | 08:30 | 18:57 | $16.53 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railway | First Class Seat | 08:50 | 18:57 | $9.60 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Air-conditioned Large Coach | 09:15 | 13:15 | $12.20 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | Observation First Vagon | 09:45 | 19:17 | $19.06 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railways | Observation First Vagon | 10:10 | 19:17 | $19.06 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Super Luxury | 10:30 | 14:30 | $12.20 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railway | First Class Seat | 13:45 | 22:10 | $11.21 | |
Bus | Sri Lanka Bus Service | Air-conditioned Large Coach | 17:15 | 21:15 | $12.20 | |
Train | Sri Lanka Railway | Second Class Sleeperette | 18:00 | 05:40 | $6.40 |
How to get from Badulla to Colombo
Travelling between Badulla and Colombo is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 169.02 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 169.02.
How long does it take to get from Badulla to Colombo?
It can take you anywhere between 5 and 12 hours to travel between Badulla and Colombo depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Badulla and Colombo. Bus will bring you to your destination in 4h 30m. Train does a much slower job and take about 11h 40m to reach Colombo.
How much does it cost to get from Badulla to Colombo?
Travelling between Badulla and Colombo can be as cheap as USD 169.02 if you opt for a Lakpura taxi and as expensive as USD 169.02 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 Badulla and Colombo ?
- 1 from Badulla to Colombo starting from 00:00 Badulla until 00:00 Badulla
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Badulla to Colombo.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Badulla 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 Badulla and Colombo
NCG Express
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 Badulla and Colombo
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 Badulla 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
- 97% took a train
- 2% opted for a bus
- 1% Other
Transportation from Badulla to Colombo
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Trains$ 6.33
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Buses$ 8.94
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Taxis$ 169.02
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available