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Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

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157 km.
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157 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Nanuoya to Fort
Ave. Duration:
6h 21m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.09–$3.59

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.50

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo is to bus which costs $1.30 - $2.50 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Nuwara Eliya (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nuwara Eliya and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Nuwara Eliya (Station) and Colombo is 158 km. The road distance is 158 km.

How do I travel from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $1.30 - $2.50 .

How long does it take to get from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo?

The bus from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 4h 37m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Nuwara Eliya station.

Train or bus from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo is to bus which takes 4h 37m and costs $1.30 - $2.50 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.93 - $5.98 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Nuwara Eliya (Station) and Colombo?

It is currently 00:51 at both, Nuwara Eliya (Station) and Colombo.

Can I drive from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Nuwara Eliya (Station) to Colombo.

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