Colombo to Yala National Park

Colombo to Yala National Park

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Colombo to Yala National Park Schedule

Colombo to Yala National Park Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Real Lanka Holidays Comfort 3pax Any timeLKR 40,781
Sri Lanka Bus Service Super Luxury 07:30 - 10:30LKR 3,995
Sri Lanka Bus Service Super Luxury 11:30 - 14:30LKR 3,995
Sri Lanka Bus Service Super Luxury 15:30 - 18:30LKR 3,995
Sri Lanka Bus Service Super Luxury 19:20 - 22:20LKR 3,995

Transportation from Colombo to Yala National Park

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Yala National Park

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure7:25 AM
Latest Departure3:00 PM
Departures per day3
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDisaru Expressway, Real Lanka Holidays, Srilankan Airlines

How to get from Colombo to Yala National Park

Travelling between Colombo and Yala National Park is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 135.72 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 15.99.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Yala National Park?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 5 hours to travel between Colombo and Yala National Park depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Colombo and Yala National Park. Flight will bring you to your destination in 45m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 5h to reach Yala National Park.

How much does it cost to get from Colombo to Yala National Park?

Travelling between Colombo and Yala National Park can be as cheap as USD 15.99 if you opt for a Disaru Expressway bus and as expensive as USD 135.72 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 Colombo and Yala National Park ?

  • 2 from Colombo to Yala National Park starting from 11:15 West East Bastian Mawatha until 15:00 West East Bastian Mawatha
  • 1 from Colombo to Yala National Park starting from 00:00 Colombo until 00:00 Colombo

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Colombo to Yala National Park.

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 Colombo to Yala National Park, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 38.49.

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 Colombo and Yala National Park

Srilankan Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Colombo to Yala National Park 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 Yala National Park

Disaru Expressway

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 Yala National Park

Real Lanka Holidays

What is the most popular transport to get from Colombo to Yala National Park?

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