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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Idaikkadu

Composite routes from Colombo to Idaikkadu

Cheapest
6 h 52 min
Car
396 km.
from $21

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$434.78

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Kankesanturai
Ave. Duration:
7h 4m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.17–$7.61

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Achchuveli
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.00
Bus from Dambulla to Kaithady
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Idaikkadu?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Idaikkadu is to train which costs $4.67 - $10.33 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Idaikkadu?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Idaikkadu is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $9 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Idaikkadu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Achchuveli. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Colombo to Idaikkadu?

The distance between Colombo and Idaikkadu is 439 km. The road distance is 399.8 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Idaikkadu without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Idaikkadu without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $9 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Idaikkadu?

The bus from Pettah to Achchuveli takes 6h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Idaikkadu bus from?

Colombo to Idaikkadu bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Idaikkadu?

The best way to get from Colombo to Idaikkadu is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $9 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4.67 - $10.33 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Colombo to Idaikkadu bus arrive?

Colombo to Idaikkadu bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Achchuveli station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Idaikkadu?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Idaikkadu is 400 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Colombo to Idaikkadu.

Where can I stay near Idaikkadu?

There are 163+ hotels available in Idaikkadu. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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