Makumbura Multimodal Center
Sri Lanka's modern highway express hub. Skip Colombo traffic and connect directly to the Southern Expressway (E01) for fast journeys to Galle, Matara, Kataragama, and beyond.
Highway Express Terminal
Located in Kottawa, just off the Southern Expressway (E01) entrance. This modern facility serves as the primary departure point for highway express buses, allowing you to bypass Colombo's city traffic entirely.
- ✓ Express Routes: Direct services to Galle, Matara, Kataragama, Hambantota
- ✓ Highway Access: Located at E01 expressway entrance for fastest travel
- ✓ Modern Facilities: Clean waiting areas, restrooms, and food vendors
Why Use Makumbura?
Time Saver: If you're coming from the airport or staying in the southern suburbs, Makumbura saves 30-60 minutes compared to traveling to Colombo Fort/Pettah first.
Getting Here:
- • From Airport: Take airport bus to Kadawatha, then local bus to Makumbura
- • From Colombo: Local bus from Pettah or Fort (Route 138, 139)
- • By Car: Off the Southern Expressway (E01) at Kottawa exit
Departures from Makumbura
To Ampara
EX1-62/35To Badulla
EX1-74/31-2To Embilipitiya
HighwayTo Galle
EX1-1To Kataragama
EX1-12/32To Matara
EX1-1To Negombo
EX01To Sooriyawewa
EX1To Tangalle
HT01Arrivals to Makumbura
Frequently asked questions
Makumbura is specifically for highway express buses that use the Southern Expressway (E01). It's faster if you're going to Galle, Matara, or beyond because you skip Colombo city traffic. Colombo Fort/Pettah serves all types of buses including normal and local services.
Yes, but you'll need to take a local bus to Kadawatha first, then transfer to the airport bus. Alternatively, take a bus to Colombo Fort and then the airport bus from there.
Yes! Most highway express services from Makumbura are AC luxury or super luxury buses. They are specifically designed for comfortable long-distance travel on the expressway.