Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town

Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town

Colombo Fort
Anuradhapura Town
Thu, Jun 6
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Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town Schedule

Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Comfort 2pax Any timeLKR 45,174
Avro Travels VIP 32 22:00 - 01:05LKR 4,850

Transportation from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town

Facts about the transport from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport3h 5m
Earliest Departure10:00 PM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day7
Distance155 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAvro Travels, Ceylon Roots, Stef Lanka Tours

Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town Destination Reviews

WV
Everything went fine apart from arrival one hour too late.
Train #4017 2nd Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Nov 5, 2022
SS
-Good handling -friendly staff at the station showed us directly where to go
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Train #4017 1st Class Seat, Sri Lanka Railways, Apr 5, 2022
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How to get from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town

Travelling between Colombo Fort and Anuradhapura Town is possible by Bus and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 270.40 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 16.13.

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 5 hours to travel between Colombo Fort and Anuradhapura Town depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Colombo Fort and Anuradhapura Town. Bus will bring you to your destination in 3h 5m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 4h 6m to reach Anuradhapura Town.

How much does it cost to get from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town?

Travelling between Colombo Fort and Anuradhapura Town can be as cheap as USD 16.13 if you opt for a Avro Travels bus and as expensive as USD 270.40 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 Colombo Fort and Anuradhapura Town ?

  • 1 from Colombo to Anuradhapura starting from 22:00 Colombo until 22:00 Colombo
  • 6 from Colombo to Anuradhapura starting from 00:00 Colombo until 00:00 Colombo

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Colombo to Anuradhapura 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 Colombo and Anuradhapura

Avro Travels

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 Anuradhapura

Ceylon Roots, Stef Lanka Tours

What is the most popular transport to get from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura Town?

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

  • 89% opted for a bus
  • 11% bought a taxi ride