Research reference only. Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport: A 2026-11-01 search excerpt describes this selected transport topic: You will be instructed to board the air-conditioned bus No. 187 to Colombo Fort at the Departure Terminal Outer Porch. The airport page lists 24-hour service and a fee of LKR 325. Check the full linked source before using it on a trip.
What the source notes say
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- Bus or coach: You will be instructed to board the air-conditioned bus No. 187 to Colombo Fort at the Departure Terminal Outer Porch. The airport page lists 24-hour service and a fee of LKR 325.Search excerpt from the linked source; open the full page to confirm · checked 2026-11-01 · airport.lk ↗
- Bus or coach: In the same guide number 187, a separate charge of LKR 325 for additional baggage exceeding 23 kg is indicated. You must check the conditions applicable to your travel date.Search excerpt from the linked source; open the full page to confirm · checked 2026-11-01 · airport.lk ↗
- Taxi and pickup: AASL taxi counters are located in the Arrival Lobby and Arrival Outer Porch, and private taxi counters are also located in the Arrival Lobby.Search excerpt from the linked source; open the full page to confirm · checked 2026-11-01 · airport.lk ↗
- Bus or coach: The government announced the resumption of the Airport-Makumbura Multimodal Center luxury bus service on June 1, 2026. The posting fee is LKR 410, and the information interval is approximately 45 minutes.Search excerpt from the linked source; open the full page to confirm · checked 2026-11-01 · news.lk ↗
Routes and pickup details
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CMB → Colombo Fort Railway Station
| From | CMB |
|---|---|
| To | Colombo Fort Railway Station |
| Service | bus |
| Boarding point | Departure Terminal Outer Porch |
| Getting off | Colombo Fort |
| Security area | Not established in this source note |
| Conditions | Air-conditioned bus No. 187 |
Evidence: search excerpt; full page needs checking. The record doesn't establish a safe flight connection or travel-day operation. airport.lk ↗
CMB → Makumbura Multimodal Centre
| From | CMB |
|---|---|
| To | Makumbura Multimodal Centre |
| Service | bus |
| Boarding point | Not established in this source note |
| Getting off | Makumbura Multimodal Centre |
| Security area | Not established in this source note |
| Conditions | 2026-06-01 Reopening Notice; Exact airport stop location unknown |
Evidence: search excerpt; full page needs checking. The record doesn't establish a safe flight connection or travel-day operation. news.lk ↗
What you still need to check
- Makumbura bus boarding gate and real-time timetable for each route are unconfirmed.
- Excess charge units and application exceptions in baggage regulation No. 187 must be confirmed on-site.
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