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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Ja-Ela

Composite routes from Colombo to Ja-Ela

Cheapest
21 min
Car
24 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Ja-ela
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.21–$0.71

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Ja-Ela
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela is to train which costs $1 - $1 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $22.83 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Ja-Ela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Ja-Ela. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Ja-Ela?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Ja-ela. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The distance between Colombo and Ja-Ela is 22 km. The road distance is 19.2 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Ja-Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela without a car is to bus which takes 39 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The bus from Pettah to Ja-Ela takes 39 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Ja-Ela bus from?

Colombo to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Ja-Ela train from?

Colombo to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

The best way to get from Colombo to Ja-Ela is to bus which takes 39 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $1 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Colombo to Ja-Ela bus arrive?

Colombo to Ja-Ela bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Ja-Ela station.

Where does the Colombo to Ja-Ela train arrive?

Colombo to Ja-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ja-ela station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Ja-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Ja-Ela is 19 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Colombo to Ja-Ela.

Where can I stay near Ja-Ela?

There are 1651+ hotels available in Ja-Ela. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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