Lanka Metro Transit (Pvt) Ltd, abbreviated as LMT, is a state-affiliated transport company in Sri Lanka established to operate a modernised urban bus network. Launched as a subsidiary under the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB), the service is designed to provide a high-quality "Metro Bus" alternative to private vehicle use, specifically targeting traffic congestion in the Colombo Metropolitan Region.
The establishment of Lanka Metro Transit was approved by the Cabinet of Ministers in June 2025 as part of a national strategy to modernise public transport. Administrative operations for the company officially commenced in October 2025, headquartered at Sethsiripaya, Battaramulla.
In February 2026, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that the service would begin passenger operations in August 2026. The project was introduced to address the "unplanned growth" of Sri Lankan cities by implementing a "bus cluster" system, where a formal company manages the deployment of high-standard vehicles.
The transit system focuses on several key pillars including digital transformation, environmental sustainability, and social equity.
The service utilises a fleet of air-conditioned, low-floor, luxury buses. These vehicles are designed for accessibility, featuring ramps and dedicated spaces for passengers with disabilities.
On 11 March 2026, 10 specialised, air-conditioned low-floor buses designed for passengers with special needs arrived from China under 'Clean Sri Lanka' initiative.
The pilot project is scheduled to launch on six main corridors entering Colombo. Plans for the second phase include expansion into the Galle and Kandy districts, with a long-term goal of serving eight major cities within three years.