Peradeniya to Colombo

Peradeniya to Colombo

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Peradeniya to Colombo Schedule

Peradeniya to Colombo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Stef Lanka Tours Van 8pax Any timeLKR 42,763
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 05:45 - 08:24LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 06:15 - 08:50LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 10:51 - 14:05LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 13:03 - 15:47LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 15:25 - 18:41LKR 2,075
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 16:50 - 19:40LKR 2,075

Transportation from Peradeniya to Colombo

Facts about the transport from Peradeniya to Colombo

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure3:53 PM
Departures per day20
Distance67 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Peradeniya to Colombo

Travelling between Peradeniya and Colombo is possible by Flight, train and taxi. Taxi+flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 265.74 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.81.

How long does it take to get from Peradeniya to Colombo?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 4 hours to travel between Peradeniya and Colombo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi+flight is the fastest way to travel between Peradeniya and Colombo. Taxi+flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Train does a much slower job and take about 3h 16m to reach Colombo.

How much does it cost to get from Peradeniya to Colombo?

Travelling between Peradeniya and Colombo can be as cheap as USD 4.81 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 265.74 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 Peradeniya and Colombo ?

  • 10 from Peradeniya to Colombo starting from 04:30 Kandy until 15:53 Kandy
  • 10 from Peradeniya to Colombo starting from 00:00 Kandy Transfer until 00:00 Kandy Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Peradeniya to Colombo.

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

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 Peradeniya and Colombo

Ceylon Roots, Stef Lanka Tours

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 Peradeniya 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
  • 12% bought a taxi ride
  • 6% chosen taxi+flight