What is the best way to travel from Dambulla to Colombo?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool and Buses for the journey to Colombo from Dambulla. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Colombo from Dambulla?
You can get to Colombo with just £48 by taking a Car from Real Lanka Holidays, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Le Ceylan3h 30m002:30DambullaDambula Bus Station06:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m011:30DambullaDambula Bus Station15:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m014:30DambullaDambula Bus Station18:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m005:00DambullaDambula Bus Station08:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m011:00DambullaDambula Bus Station14:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m017:00DambullaDambula Bus Station20:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m002:30DambullaDambula Bus Station06:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m005:30DambullaDambula Bus Station09:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m005:00DambullaDambula Bus Station08:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m011:00DambullaDambula Bus Station14:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m017:00DambullaDambula Bus Station20:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m002:30DambullaDambula Bus Station06:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m005:30DambullaDambula Bus Station09:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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What are the fastest trips from Dambulla to Colombo?
You can get to Colombo from Dambulla in just 3h 30m with a Car from Le Ceylan. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Le Ceylan3h 30m002:30DambullaDambula Bus Station06:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m005:30DambullaDambula Bus Station09:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m008:30DambullaDambula Bus Station12:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m011:30DambullaDambula Bus Station15:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m014:30DambullaDambula Bus Station18:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
Fastest Carpool today
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m005:00DambullaDambula Bus Station08:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m011:00DambullaDambula Bus Station14:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m017:00DambullaDambula Bus Station20:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m002:30DambullaDambula Bus Station06:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m005:30DambullaDambula Bus Station09:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
Fastest Carpool Wednesday
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m005:00DambullaDambula Bus Station08:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m011:00DambullaDambula Bus Station14:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Real Lanka Holidays3h 30m017:00DambullaDambula Bus Station20:30ColomboCentral Bus Station0Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m002:30DambullaDambula Bus Station06:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Le Ceylan3h 30m005:30DambullaDambula Bus Station09:00ColomboCentral Bus Station0Premium Economy
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Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
What are the most popular stations in Dambulla and Colombo?
In Dambulla, you will usually depart from Dambula Bus Station or Kandy - Jaffna Hwy, while in Colombo you will be arriving at Fort Railway Station, Central Bus Station or Town Hall Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Colombo from Dambulla? With 5 connections between 2 Car and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dambulla and Colombo, you can pay as low as £48 with a Car from Real Lanka Holidays.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Car from Le Ceylan: you will get to Colombo in just 3h 30m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dambulla and Colombo are Le Ceylan and Real Lanka Holidays, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Dambulla and Colombo is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Sigiriya or to Kolonnawa, and look at flights from , and landing at Colombo Bandaranaike Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Dambulla to Colombo?
The most popular companies between Dambulla and Colombo, are Le Ceylan and Real Lanka Holidays. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from Dambulla to Colombo
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dambulla to Colombo. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Dambulla to Colombo
How can I reach Colombo from Dambulla?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Car and Bus, with which you can get to Colombo from Dambulla.
How far is Colombo from Dambulla?
The distance between Dambulla and Colombo is 136.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dambulla and Colombo?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 23 kgs, and a flight 33 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dambulla to Colombo?
You can get to Colombo with just £48 by taking a Car from Real Lanka Holidays.
What is the fastest way to get from Dambulla to Colombo?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Colombo in just 3h 30m with a Car from Le Ceylan.
More routes to Dambulla and to Colombo
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dambulla and to Colombo. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
