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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Negombo

Composite routes from Colombo to Negombo

Cheapest
33 min
Car
37 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Negombo
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.29–$0.87

Bus operators

NCG Express

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

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.27–$0.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Negombo is to train which costs $1 - $1 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Negombo is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $4.89 - $7.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Negombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Negombo. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Negombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Negombo. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Colombo to Negombo?

The distance between Colombo and Negombo is 40 km. The road distance is 37.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Negombo without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs .

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

The bus from Pettah to Negombo takes 55 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Negombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Negombo train from?

Colombo to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Negombo?

The best way to get from Colombo to Negombo is to bus which takes 55 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $1 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Colombo to Negombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Negombo train arrive?

Colombo to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Negombo station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Negombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Negombo is 37 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Colombo to Negombo.

Where can I stay near Negombo?

There are 967+ hotels available in Negombo. Prices start at $15.22 per night.
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