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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ja-Ela to Colombo

Composite routes from Ja-Ela to Colombo

Cheapest
20 min
Car
24 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Ja-ela to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.24–$0.83

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Ja-Ela to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $1 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $26.09 - $31.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Maradana. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Colombo is 29 km. The road distance is 22.9 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 39 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The bus from Ja-Ela to Pettah takes 39 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Colombo bus from?

Ja-Ela to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Ja-Ela station.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Colombo train from?

Ja-Ela to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ja-ela station.

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo is to bus which takes 39 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $1 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Colombo bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Colombo train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Colombo is 23 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Ja-Ela to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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