Colombo to Peradeniya

Colombo to Peradeniya

NaN Passengers

Other Options

Colombo to Peradeniya Schedule

Colombo to Peradeniya Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Ceylon Roots Van 6pax Any time$ 89.94
Sri Lanka Railway Third Class Reserved Seats 05:55 - 08:47$ 3.93
Sri Lanka Railways 2nd Class Seat 06:30 - 09:18$ 15.29
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 08:30 - 11:03LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 10:35 - 14:00$ 5.65
Sri Lanka Railway First Class Seat 12:40 - 15:33LKR 2,600
Sri Lanka Railways Observation class 15:35 - 18:06$ 15.29
Sri Lanka Railway Second Class 17:10 - 19:41LKR 1,550
Sri Lanka Railways 2nd Class Seat 19:30 - 22:30$ 14.43

Transportation from Colombo to Peradeniya

Facts about the transport from Colombo to Peradeniya

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 35m
Earliest Departure5:55 AM
Latest Departure5:10 PM
Departures per day24
Distance80 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCeylon Roots, Lakpura, Sri Lanka Railway, Stef Lanka Tours

How to get from Colombo to Peradeniya

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 136.29 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 4.88.

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

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

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Colombo and Peradeniya. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 1h 35m. Train does a much slower job and take about 3h 25m to reach Peradeniya.

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

Travelling between Colombo and Peradeniya can be as cheap as USD 4.88 if you opt for a Sri Lanka Railway train and as expensive as USD 136.29 if you buy a Stef Lanka Tours 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 Peradeniya ?

  • 15 from Colombo to Peradeniya starting from 05:55 Colombo Fort until 17:10 Colombo Fort
  • 9 from Colombo to Peradeniya starting from 00:00 Colombo Transfer until 00:00 Colombo Transfer

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

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 Colombo and Peradeniya

Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, 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 Colombo to Peradeniya?

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

  • 92% took a train
  • 8% bought a taxi ride