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Sri Lanka Bus &
Train Timetables

Find updated bus and train timetable information for popular routes across Sri Lanka. Compare travel options, times, fares and plan your journey with confidence.

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Popular Routes

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Popular Bus Routes

Colombo to Kandy

3.5 - 4.5 hrs

From LKR 350

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Colombo to Galle

2.5 - 3.5 hrs

From LKR 400

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Colombo to Ella

6 - 7 hrs

From LKR 650

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Colombo to Anuradhapura

4.5 - 5.5 hrs

From LKR 600

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Kandy to Dambulla

1.5 - 2 hrs

From LKR 200

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Popular Train Routes

Colombo to Kandy

2.5 - 3 hrs

From LKR 150

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Kandy to Ella

6 - 7 hrs

From LKR 530

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Colombo to Galle

2.5 - 3 hrs

From LKR 150

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Colombo to Anuradhapura

4 - 5 hrs

From LKR 400

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Colombo to Jaffna

8 - 9 hrs

From LKR 1,000

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Bus vs Train - Which is Best for You?

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Route	Best Option	Why?	Travel Time	Approx. Fare
Colombo to Kandy	Train / Bus	Train is scenic and comfortable, bus has more frequent services.	2.5 - 4.5 hrs	LKR 150 - 400
Kandy to Ella	Train	One of the world's most scenic train journeys.	6 - 7 hrs	LKR 530 - 1,000
Colombo to Galle	Train / Bus	Train offers beautiful coastal views, bus is faster.	2.5 - 3.5 hrs	LKR 150 - 400
Colombo to Sigiriya	Bus	No direct train. Buses and private transfers are available.	4 - 5 hrs	LKR 600 - 900