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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Valaichchenai

Composite routes from Colombo to Valaichchenai

Cheapest
4 h 47 min
Car
281 km.
from $15

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$260.87–$923.91
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$434.78

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Valaichchenai
Ave. Duration:
6h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.74–$5.98
Train from Habarana to Valaichchenai
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.65–$1.96

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Oddaimavadi
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.50–$7.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai is to train which costs $1.74 - $5.98 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai is to fly and train which takes 4h 47m and costs $239.13 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Valaichchenai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Pettah and arriving at Oddaimavadi. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Valaichchenai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Valaichchenai. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Colombo to Valaichchenai?

The distance between Colombo and Valaichchenai is 280 km. The road distance is 281.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $7.50 - $7.93 .

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

The bus from Colombo Pettah to Oddaimavadi takes 5h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Valaichchenai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Valaichchenai train from?

Colombo to Valaichchenai train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Valaichchenai?

The best way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $7.50 - $7.93 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.74 - $5.98 and takes 6h 8m, you could also fly, which costs $293.48 - $815.22 and takes 26h 35m.

Where does the Colombo to Valaichchenai bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Colombo and Valaichchenai?

It is currently 09:54 at both, Colombo and Valaichchenai.

Where does the Colombo to Valaichchenai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Valaichchenai?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Valaichchenai is 281 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Colombo to Valaichchenai.

Where can I stay near Valaichchenai?

There are 32+ hotels available in Valaichchenai. Prices start at $25.26 per night.
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