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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Palavi

Composite routes from Colombo to Palavi

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
127 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
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Sri Lanka Railways
Website
4h 11m
3 times a day
$0.76–$2.28
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 1
NCG Express
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NCG Express
Website
2h 10m
3 times a day
+94 76 714 8292
+94 76 714 8292
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Palavi (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Palavi (Station) is to train which costs $1 - $2.28 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Palavi (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Palavi (Station) is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Palavi (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Palavi Junction. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Palavi (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Palavi. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Colombo to Palavi (Station)?

The distance between Colombo and Palavi (Station) is 135 km. The road distance is 127.8 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Palavi (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Palavi (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 2h 12m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Palavi (Station)?

The bus from Pettah to Palavi Junction takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Palavi (Station) bus from?

Colombo to Palavi (Station) bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Palavi (Station) train from?

Colombo to Palavi (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Palavi (Station)?

The best way to get from Colombo to Palavi (Station) is to bus which takes 2h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.28 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Colombo to Palavi (Station) bus arrive?

Colombo to Palavi (Station) bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Palavi Junction station.

Where does the Colombo to Palavi (Station) train arrive?

Colombo to Palavi (Station) train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Palavi station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Palavi (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Palavi (Station) is 128 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Colombo to Palavi (Station).

Where can I stay near Palavi (Station)?

There are 21+ hotels available in Palavi (Station). Prices start at $6.67 per night.
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