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Colombo, Sri Lanka → Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Polonnaruwa

Composite routes from Colombo to Polonnaruwa

Cheapest
3 h 17 min
Car
216 km.
from $11

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
Cinnamon Air
Website
Cinnamon Air
Website
30 min
Every day
$206.52–$434.78
+94 11 2 475 475
+94 11 2 475 475
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Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
4h 42m
3 times a day
$1.41–$4.57
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 2
Superline Travels
Website
National Transport Commission
Website
Superline Travels
Website
4h 1m
Once daily
$7.50–$7.93
+94 777 382 186
+94 777 382 186
[email protected]
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National Transport Commission
Website
4h 10m
Every 15 minutes
$1.30–$2.28
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa is to train which costs $2.61 - $5.98 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa is to fly which takes 2h 2m and costs $250 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Polonnaruwa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Pettah and arriving at Polonnaruwa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?

The distance between Colombo and Polonnaruwa is 214 km. The road distance is 214.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa without a car is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs $7.50 - $7.93 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Polonnaruwa bus from?

Colombo to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Pettah station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa is to fly which takes 2h 2m and costs $250 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.50 - $7.93 and takes 4h 1m, you could also train, which costs $2.61 - $5.98 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Colombo to Polonnaruwa bus arrive?

Colombo to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Polonnaruwa station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Polonnaruwa is 215 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Colombo to Polonnaruwa.

Where can I stay near Polonnaruwa?

There are 117+ hotels available in Polonnaruwa. Prices start at $6.87 per night.
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