Travel Guide to PANCHIKAWATTA පංචිකාවත්ත பஞ்சிகாவத்தை

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Galle, take the Southern Expressway (E01) towards Colombo. After approximately 110 km, take the exit towards Colombo and merge onto the E03 highway. Continue on E03 for around 10 km until you reach the Panchikawatta Roundabout. The landmark is located at 224 Sri Sangaraja Mawatha, Colombo 01000. Ensure to follow the road signs for Colombo and keep an eye out for the roundabout.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  From any location in the Southern Province, you can take a bus to Colombo. Look for buses heading to Colombo Fort. Once you arrive at the Colombo Fort Bus Station, transfer to a local bus or a three-wheeler (tuk-tuk) to reach the Panchikawatta Roundabout. Buses to Colombo typically cost between LKR 150 to LKR 300 depending on your starting point. The three-wheeler ride from Colombo Fort to Panchikawatta will cost around LKR 100-200.

• Public Transportation - Train

  You can also take a train from Galle or Matara to Colombo Fort Station, which is one of the main railway stations in Colombo. Once you arrive at Fort Station, exit and take a local bus or a three-wheeler (tuk-tuk) to the Panchikawatta Roundabout. Train tickets from Galle to Colombo range from LKR 100 to LKR 500 depending on the class. The local transportation from Fort Station to Panchikawatta will cost around LKR 100-200.

• Taxi or Ride-Sharing

  For a more comfortable and direct option, consider using a taxi or ride-sharing service like PickMe or Uber. Simply enter 'Panchikawatta Roundabout, 224 Sri Sangaraja Mawatha, Colombo 01000' as your destination. The fare will vary depending on your starting location in Southern Province, but expect to pay between LKR 2000 to LKR 4000 for a ride from Galle.