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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to North Western

Composite routes from Colombo to North Western

Cheapest
2 h 22 min
Car
124 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.48–$413.04

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Galgamuwa
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.92–$2.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to North Western?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to North Western is to train which costs $1 - $2.83 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to North Western?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to North Western is to fly which takes 1h 55m and costs $336.96 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and North Western?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Galgamuwa. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Colombo to North Western?

The distance between Colombo and North Western is 161 km. The road distance is 150.9 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to North Western without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to North Western without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $1 - $2.83 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to North Western?

The train from Colombo Fort to Galgamuwa takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to North Western train from?

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

Train or fly from Colombo to North Western?

The best way to get from Colombo to North Western is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $1 - $2.83 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $336.96 - $467.39 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the time difference between Colombo and North Western?

It is currently 14:53 at both, Colombo and North Western.

Where does the Colombo to North Western train arrive?

Colombo to North Western train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Galgamuwa station.

Can I drive from Colombo to North Western?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to North Western is 151 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Colombo to North Western.

Where can I stay near North Western?

There are 13+ hotels available in North Western. Prices start at $51.09 per night.
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