What is the best way to travel from Badulla to Colombo?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Colombo from Badulla. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Colombo from Badulla?
You can get to Colombo with just $6 by taking a Train from Sri Lanka Railway, 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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Sri Lanka Railway9h 45m07:40 AMBadullaBadulla Train Station5:25 PMColomboFort Railway Station0First ClassA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/5/2025 7:40:00 AM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/5/2025 5:25:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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Sri Lanka Railway11h 40m06:00 PMBadullaBadulla Train Station5:40 AMColomboFort Railway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 6:00:00 PM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Cheapest Trains Monday
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Sri Lanka Railway10h 2m05:45 AMBadullaBadulla Train Station3:47 PMColomboFort Railway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 5:45:00 AM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 3:47:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 2m
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Sri Lanka Railway10h 7m08:50 AMBadullaBadulla Train Station6:57 PMColomboFort Railway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 8:50:00 AM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:57:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 7m
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Sri Lanka Railway11h 40m06:00 PMBadullaBadulla Train Station5:40 AMColomboFort Railway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 6:00:00 PM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
What are the fastest trips from Badulla to Colombo?
You can get to Colombo from Badulla in just 9h 45m with a Train from Sri Lanka Railway. 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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Sri Lanka Railway9h 45m07:40 AMBadullaBadulla Train Station5:25 PMColomboFort Railway Station0First ClassA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/5/2025 7:40:00 AM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/5/2025 5:25:00 PM. 50 First Class ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 45m
Fastest Trains Friday
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Sri Lanka Railway11h 40m06:00 PMBadullaBadulla Train Station5:40 AMColomboFort Railway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/8/2025 6:00:00 PM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Fastest Trains Monday
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Sri Lanka Railway10h 2m05:45 AMBadullaBadulla Train Station3:47 PMColomboFort Railway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 5:45:00 AM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 3:47:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 2m
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Sri Lanka Railway10h 7m08:50 AMBadullaBadulla Train Station6:57 PMColomboFort Railway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 8:50:00 AM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/9/2025 6:57:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 7m
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Sri Lanka Railway11h 40m06:00 PMBadullaBadulla Train Station5:40 AMColomboFort Railway Station0EconomyA Train from Sri Lanka Railway goes from Badulla Train Station, Badulla (Sri Lanka) at 12/9/2025 6:00:00 PM to Fort Railway Station, Colombo (Sri Lanka) arriving at 12/10/2025 5:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 40m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Badulla to Colombo
What are the most popular stations in Badulla and Colombo?
In Badulla, you will usually depart from Badulla Train Station or Central Bus Station, while in Colombo you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Ananda College Bus Stop or Fort Railway Station, 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 Badulla? With 2 connections between 1 Train 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 Badulla and Colombo, you can pay as low as $6 with a Train from Sri Lanka Railway.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 Train from Sri Lanka Railway: you will get to Colombo in just 9h 45m.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 Badulla and Colombo are Sri Lanka Railway, 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 Badulla 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 Hali-ela 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 Badulla to Colombo?
The most popular companies between Badulla and Colombo, are Sri Lanka Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from Badulla to Colombo
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Badulla 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 Badulla to Colombo
How can I reach Colombo from Badulla?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Colombo from Badulla.
How far is Colombo from Badulla?
The distance between Badulla and Colombo is 83.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Badulla 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 Badulla to Colombo?
You can get to Colombo with just $6 by taking a Train from Sri Lanka Railway.
What is the fastest way to get from Badulla 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 9h 45m with a Train from Sri Lanka Railway.
More routes to Badulla and to Colombo
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Badulla and to Colombo. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
