Airport-Colombo Fort luxury bus service resumes

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In a significant move to enhance transport convenience for air travellers and the airport users, the Route 187 Airport-Colombo Fort air-conditioned bus service has been resumed, providing a comfortable, direct connection between Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) and Colombo Fort.

This luxury bus service was jointly implemented by Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd., and the Road Passenger Transport Authority.

The bus service operates offering a direct link between Sri Lanka’s main international gateway and the Colombo Fort Railway Station, as well as the Colombo Main Bus Terminal.

Passengers can board the bus at the Departure Terminal Outer Porch at BIA, ensuring easy access for both departing and arriving travellers and the airport visitors. The service operates 24 hours a day, with frequent departures every 10 minutes, and the travel time to Colombo is approximately 50 minutes.

The ticket fare is Rs. 290 per person, with an additional charge of Rs. 290 for baggage exceeding 23kg.

This service is expected to significantly ease the travel experience for foreign and local passengers and airport visitors, supporting Sri Lanka’s broader goals of promoting tourism and enhancing transport infrastructure.

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