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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 Palavi to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.67

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Palavi Junction to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Palavi (Station) to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $2.28 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palavi (Station) to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palavi Junction and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Palavi (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palavi and arriving at Maradana. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Palavi (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Palavi (Station) and Colombo is 140 km. The road distance is 127.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Palavi (Station) to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs .

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

The bus from Palavi Junction to Pettah takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

Palavi (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Palavi Junction station.

Where do I catch the Palavi (Station) to Colombo train from?

Palavi (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Palavi station.

Train or bus from Palavi (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Palavi (Station) to Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.28 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Palavi (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Palavi (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Palavi (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Palavi (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Palavi (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Palavi (Station) to Colombo is 127 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Palavi (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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