Getting from Pettah bus terminal to the main train station safely

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Anuradhi S.6995 rep2
asked about 2 months ago

We are arriving at Pettah bus stand and need to get to Colombo Fort train station Tuktuk drivers are asking for 1000 rupees Scam

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asked about 2 months ago
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Anuradhi S.6995 rep2

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Massive scam! The Pettah bus terminal and the Colombo Fort Railway Station are literally a 10-minute walk apart. They are on the same main road (Olcott Mawatha). Unless you have incredibly heavy luggage that physically prevents you from walking, do not take a tuk-tuk at all. Just walk out of the bus station, turn left, and walk straight down the sidewalk.

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answered about 2 months ago
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Pradeep M.7355 rep2

The walk is crowded but very safe. Just keep an eye on your pockets in the market crowds.

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answered about 2 months ago
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Isabella G.5710 rep2

If you absolutely must take a tuktuk for your bags, use PickMe. It will cost less than 200 rupees.

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Lucas T.5850 rep2

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