Bus Colombo to Katunayaka - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Colombo to Katunayaka

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Colombo to Katunayaka from various bus operators like Sri Lanka Transport Board or Al Rashith Travels and Tours for the next days.

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$10

Monday

$10

Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Sri Lanka Transport Board	0h 45m	1:30 PM	Colombo	Bastian Mawatha Bus Station	2:15 PM	Katunayaka	18Th Mile Post Bus Stop		Economy	$8	A Bus from Sri Lanka Transport Board goes from Bastian Mawatha Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 4/23/2026 1:30:00 PM to 18Th Mile Post Bus Stop, Katunayaka (Sri Lanka) arriving at 4/23/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
	Al Rashith Travels and Tours	1h 45m	7:30 PM	Colombo	Ramakrishna Mission Hall	9:15 PM	Katunayaka	Bus terminal Averiwatta		Economy	$18	A Bus from Al Rashith Travels and Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 4/23/2026 7:30:00 PM to Bus terminal Averiwatta, Katunayaka (Sri Lanka) arriving at 4/23/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Sri Lanka Transport Board	0h 45m	1:30 PM	Colombo	Bastian Mawatha Bus Station	2:15 PM	Katunayaka	18Th Mile Post Bus Stop		Economy	$8	A Bus from Sri Lanka Transport Board goes from Bastian Mawatha Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 4/24/2026 1:30:00 PM to 18Th Mile Post Bus Stop, Katunayaka (Sri Lanka) arriving at 4/24/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
	Al Rashith Travels and Tours	1h 45m	7:30 PM	Colombo	Ramakrishna Mission Hall	9:15 PM	Katunayaka	Bus terminal Averiwatta		Economy	$18	A Bus from Al Rashith Travels and Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 4/24/2026 7:30:00 PM to Bus terminal Averiwatta, Katunayaka (Sri Lanka) arriving at 4/24/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Sri Lanka Transport Board	0h 45m	1:30 PM	Colombo	Bastian Mawatha Bus Station	2:15 PM	Katunayaka	18Th Mile Post Bus Stop		Economy	$10	A Bus from Sri Lanka Transport Board goes from Bastian Mawatha Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 4/26/2026 1:30:00 PM to 18Th Mile Post Bus Stop, Katunayaka (Sri Lanka) arriving at 4/26/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Sri Lanka Transport Board	0h 45m	1:30 PM	Colombo	Bastian Mawatha Bus Station	2:15 PM	Katunayaka	18Th Mile Post Bus Stop		Economy	$10	A Bus from Sri Lanka Transport Board goes from Bastian Mawatha Bus Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 4/27/2026 1:30:00 PM to 18Th Mile Post Bus Stop, Katunayaka (Sri Lanka) arriving at 4/27/2026 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
	Al Rashith Travels and Tours	1h 45m	7:30 PM	Colombo	Ramakrishna Mission Hall	9:15 PM	Katunayaka	Bus terminal Averiwatta		Economy	$18	A Bus from Al Rashith Travels and Tours goes from Ramakrishna Mission Hall, Colombo (Sri Lanka) at 4/27/2026 7:30:00 PM to Bus terminal Averiwatta, Katunayaka (Sri Lanka) arriving at 4/27/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Colombo to Katunayaka is $8 on 4/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Colombo and Katunayaka

See here how frequent the connections between Colombo and Katunayaka are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Colombo to Katunayaka. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Colombo and Katunayaka.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 4 buses from Colombo to Katunayaka, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Colombo and Katunayaka, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Colombo to Katunayaka

Compare all providers like Sri Lanka Transport Board and Al Rashith Travels and Tours that travel 1 times every day by bus from Colombo to Katunayaka in one click! Book your bus ticket from Colombo to Katunayaka starting from $8!

Cheapest Bus	$8
Fastest Bus	0h 45m
Earliest Bus	1:30 PM
Latest Bus	7:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	16.7 miles
Bus Companies	Sri Lanka Transport Board and Al Rashith Travels and Tours

Cheapest bus connections from Colombo to Katunayaka

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Colombo for Katunayaka: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

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Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

Tuesday 04/21

Wednesday 04/22

$18

Thursday 04/23

$17

Friday 04/24

Saturday 04/25

Sunday 04/26

$18

Monday 04/27

$10

Tuesday 04/28

Wednesday 04/29

$10

Thursday 04/30

$17

Friday 05/01

$10

Saturday 05/02

$10

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

$10

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

Saturday 05/09

Sunday 05/10

$10

Monday 05/11

$10

Tuesday 05/12

$17

Wednesday 05/13

Thursday 05/14

$17

Friday 05/15

Saturday 05/16

The cheapest time to travel from Colombo to Katunayaka

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Colombo to Katunayaka, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $8, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Colombo to Katunayaka. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $10.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Colombo to Katunayaka, with $8. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $17.

How to save money travelling from Colombo to Katunayaka

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Colombo to Katunayaka in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Colombo to Katunayaka, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Colombo to Katunayaka are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Colombo and Katunayaka

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Colombo and Katunayaka.

Central Bus Station

Ramakrishna Mission Hall

Bastian Mawatha Bus Station

Maradana Bus Stop

Pettah Gold Centre

Sea St 160

Bus terminal Averiwatta

Katunayake Kotugoda road

18Th Mile Post Bus Stop

Bus Stop - 18Th Mile Post Bus Stop - 18Th Mile Post

Service and Comfort on the bus from Colombo to Katunayaka

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Colombo to Katunayaka? Or which bus companies serve the route Colombo to Katunayaka? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Colombo to Katunayaka bus

How much does a Colombo Katunayaka bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $8 and takes 0h 45m to reach Katunayaka. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Colombo to Katunayaka?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $8 and $18. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Katunayaka.

On average, how many connections are available from Colombo to Katunayaka each day?

Every day, the Colombo to Katunayaka bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Colombo to Katunayaka take?

The fastest bus from Colombo to Katunayaka is offered by Sri Lanka Transport Board and takes 0h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $8. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Colombo to Katunayaka?

The earliest bus arriving in Katunayaka from Colombo starts at 1:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Colombo to Katunayaka?

The latest bus trip departing from Colombo for Katunayaka starts at 7:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Colombo Katunayaka route?

When traveling by bus from Colombo to Katunayaka, passengers can travel with Sri Lanka Transport Board and Al Rashith Travels and Tours. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Katunayaka?

You can check all the direct connections between Colombo and Katunayaka by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Sri Lanka Transport Board and Al Rashith Travels and Tours.

What can I take with me on the Colombo to Katunayaka bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Colombo Katunayaka bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Colombo Katunayaka bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Colombo to Katunayaka on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Colombo to Katunayaka

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Colombo and to Katunayaka

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Colombo and to Katunayaka. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!