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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Palaviya

Composite routes from Colombo to Palaviya

Cheapest
2 h 12 min
Car
127 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Palavi
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.76–$2.28

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Palavi
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Palaviya?

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 Palaviya?

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 Palaviya?

The distance between Colombo and Palaviya is 135 km. The road distance is 127.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Palaviya without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs .

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

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 Palaviya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Palaviya train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Palaviya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Palaviya is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.28 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Colombo to Palaviya bus arrive?

Colombo to Palaviya bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Palavi Junction station.

Where does the Colombo to Palaviya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Palaviya?

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

Where can I stay near Palaviya?

There are 21+ hotels available in Palaviya. Prices start at $6.67 per night.
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