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Colombo to Galle Bus Timetable

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Via Galle Road

Route No: 2-1 Distance: 116.4km Duration: 3h 30m

Route Stops:

Colombo Moratuwa Panadura Kalutara Hikkaduwa Gintota Galle
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2:30 AM
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3:45 AM
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4:00 AM
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4:15 AM
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4:30 AM
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4:45 AM
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4:55 AM
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5:05 AM
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5:15 AM
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5:25 AM
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5:35 AM
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5:45 AM
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5:55 AM
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6:05 AM
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6:15 AM
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6:25 AM
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6:35 AM
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6:45 AM
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6:55 AM
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7:05 AM
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7:15 AM
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7:25 AM
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7:35 AM
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7:45 AM
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7:55 AM
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8:05 AM
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8:15 AM
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8:25 AM
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8:35 AM
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8:45 AM
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8:55 AM
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9:15 AM
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9:25 AM
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9:35 AM
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9:45 AM
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9:55 AM
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10:05 AM
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10:15 AM
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10:25 AM
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10:35 AM
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10:45 AM
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10:55 AM
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11:05 AM
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11:15 AM
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11:25 AM
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11:35 AM
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11:45 AM
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11:55 AM
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12:05 PM
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12:15 PM
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12:25 PM
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12:35 PM
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12:45 PM
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12:55 PM
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1:05 PM
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1:15 PM
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1:25 PM
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1:35 PM
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1:45 PM
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1:55 PM
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2:05 PM
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2:15 PM
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2:25 PM
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2:35 PM
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2:45 PM
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2:55 PM
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3:05 PM
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3:15 PM
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3:25 PM
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3:35 PM
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3:45 PM
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3:55 PM
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4:05 PM
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4:15 PM
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4:25 PM
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4:35 PM
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4:45 PM
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4:55 PM
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5:05 PM
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5:20 PM
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5:35 PM
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5:50 PM
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6:05 PM
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6:20 PM
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6:35 PM
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6:50 PM
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7:05 PM
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7:20 PM
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7:45 PM
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8:05 PM
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8:25 PM
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8:45 PM
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9:05 PM
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1:00 AM
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1:00 AM
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Luxury
12:00 PM
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Super Luxury
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Route: Colombo → Galle

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Via Southern Expressway

Route No: EX1-XX Distance: 0km Duration:

Route Stops:

Colombo Borella Rajagiriya Battaramulla Pelawatta Thalawathugoda Pannipitiya Kottawa Makumbura Southern Expressway Galle
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Semi Luxury
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Luxury
N/A
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Route 2-1

Route No: 2-1 Distance: Duration:

Route Stops:

Colombo Galle
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1:00 AM
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3:45 AM
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4:15 AM
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4:30 AM
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4:45 AM
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4:55 AM
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5:15 AM
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5:25 AM
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5:45 AM
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5:55 AM
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6:15 AM
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6:25 AM
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6:45 AM
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6:55 AM
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7:15 AM
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7:35 AM
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7:55 AM
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8:15 AM
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8:35 AM
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8:55 AM
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9:15 AM
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9:35 AM
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9:55 AM
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10:15 AM
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10:35 AM
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10:55 AM
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11:15 AM
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11:35 AM
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11:55 AM
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12:15 PM
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12:25 PM
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12:45 PM
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12:55 PM
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1:15 PM
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1:55 PM
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2:45 PM
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2:55 PM
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3:55 PM
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6:05 PM
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7:05 PM
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7:20 PM
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8:05 PM
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8:25 PM
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8:45 PM
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9:05 PM
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Semi Luxury
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Luxury
4:30 AM
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5:00 AM
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5:20 AM
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5:40 AM
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6:00 AM
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6:40 AM
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7:00 AM
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7:15 AM
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7:30 AM
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7:45 AM
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8:15 AM
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8:45 AM
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10:30 AM
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10:45 AM
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11:15 AM
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11:30 AM
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11:45 AM
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12:00 PM
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12:15 PM
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12:30 PM
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12:45 PM
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1:00 PM
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1:15 PM
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1:30 PM
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1:45 PM
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2:00 PM
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2:15 PM
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2:30 PM
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2:45 PM
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3:00 PM
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3:15 PM
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3:30 PM
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3:40 PM
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3:50 PM
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4:00 PM
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4:10 PM
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4:20 PM
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4:30 PM
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4:40 PM
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4:50 PM
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5:00 PM
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5:15 PM
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5:30 PM
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5:45 PM
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6:00 PM
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6:15 PM
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6:30 PM
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6:45 PM
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7:00 PM
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7:30 PM
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8:00 PM
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8:30 PM
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Traveling from Colombo to Galle

Plan your journey from Colombo to Galle with confidence using our comprehensive bus timetable. This page provides detailed departure times, route information, and practical travel tips to help you navigate Sri Lanka's extensive bus network.

Traveling from Colombo to Galle offers two distinct experiences: the high-speed Southern Expressway route or the scenic Coastal Road (Galle Road). The expressway buses provide the fastest connection, typically taking about 1.5 to 2 hours, and are perfect for business travelers and tourists in a hurry. For those who prefer the ocean breeze and local life, the coastal buses offer a slower but beautiful journey along the southwestern coastline, passing through vibrant beach towns like Hikkaduwa and Bentota. Galle, with its historic fort and coastal charm, is a must-visit destination easily accessible from the capital.

We currently track 3 route variants (including route numbers: 2-1, EX1-XX) for this journey from Colombo to Galle. Each variant may have different stops, bus types, or travel durations, so review the options below to find the service that best fits your schedule and budget.

Our timetables for the Colombo - Galle route are continuously updated based on real-time information from passengers and bus operators. The information below was last updated in March 2026. While we strive for accuracy, bus schedules can vary due to traffic conditions, weather, or operational changes.

If you're traveling in the opposite direction, check out the Galle → Colombo timetable for return journey options. For connections to other destinations, browse our complete Sri Lanka bus routes directory.

Travel Tips for Your Journey from Colombo to Galle

Planning Your Trip

  • ✓ Arrive early: Arrive at the Colombo bus station at least 15-30 minutes before departure, especially during peak hours
  • ✓ Check bus types: Normal buses from Colombo are cheapest but may have frequent stops; Luxury buses offer comfort but cost more
  • ✓ Peak hours: Avoid traveling from Colombo during 7-9 AM and 5-7 PM weekdays for a more comfortable journey
  • ✓ Weather: During monsoon season (May-September), allow extra time for potential delays on the Colombo to Galle route

What to Expect on the Way

  • • Payment: Cash only - carry small denomination notes (Rs. 50, 100, 500) for your fare to Galle
  • • Luggage: Small bags can be kept with you; larger bags stored near driver or in compartments on the Colombo - Galle bus
  • • Stops: Normal buses to Galle stop frequently; Express services have limited stops for faster travel
  • • Help: Locals are generally helpful - don't hesitate to ask Colombo bus station staff for assistance

Need more comprehensive travel guidance? Check out our Essential Travel Tips page for detailed information about bus types, etiquette, safety, and cultural insights.

Found outdated information? Help fellow travelers by contributing updated timetable data for the Colombo to Galle route.

Frequently Asked Questions: Colombo to Galle

The Colombo to Galle route has 219 scheduled departures. Services include Normal and Luxury. Check the timetable above for exact times by bus type; data is updated from passenger feedback.

This route offers Normal and Luxury services. Fares range from Rs. 0 to Rs. 391 depending on bus type. Check the timetable above for exact fares per departure.

Route numbers 2-1, EX1-XX serve the Colombo to Galle corridor across 3 variants. Each variant may have different stops or timings.

This route serves 16 stops. Key stops include Colombo, Moratuwa, Panadura, Kalutara, Hikkaduwa. Other stops are listed in the timetable. Stops can vary by variant—see the timetable sections above for full details.

Yes. You can find the return timetable here: Galle → Colombo.

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