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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Thandikulam

Composite routes from Colombo to Thandikulam

Cheapest
4 h 24 min
Car
257 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$489.13

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Thandikulam
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.30–$4.35

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.17–$4.47
Bus from Dambulla to Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.87–$1.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Thandikulam is to train which costs $1.30 - $4.35 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Thandikulam is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $32.61 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Thandikulam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Thandikulam. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Colombo to Thandikulam?

The distance between Colombo and Thandikulam is 258 km. The road distance is 257.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Thandikulam without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs $1.30 - $4.35 .

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Thandikulam takes 5h 17m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Thandikulam train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Thandikulam?

The best way to get from Colombo to Thandikulam is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs $1.30 - $4.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3.04 - $5.98 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Colombo to Thandikulam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Thandikulam?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Thandikulam is 257 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Colombo to Thandikulam.

Where can I stay near Thandikulam?

There are seven+ hotels available in Thandikulam. Prices start at $21.89 per night.
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