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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Palavi to Colombo

Composite routes from Palavi to Colombo

Cheapest
2 h 9 min
Car
127 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
Sri Lanka Railways
Website
4h 15m
Twice daily
$0.76–$2.28
+94 11 4 600 111
+94 11 4 600 111
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Bus operators
Found: 1
NCG Express
Website
NCG Express
Website
2h 5m
3 times a day
+94 76 714 8292
+94 76 714 8292
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Palavi 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 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 to Colombo?

The distance between Palavi and Colombo is 140 km. The road distance is 127.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Palavi to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Palavi 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 to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Palavi to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Palavi to Colombo?

The best way to get from Palavi to Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.28 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Palavi to Colombo bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Palavi and Colombo?

It is currently 13:09 at both, Palavi and Colombo.

Where does the Palavi to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palavi to Colombo?

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