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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Palaviya to Colombo

Composite routes from Palaviya to Colombo

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
128 km.
from $7

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 Palaviya to Colombo?

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Palaviya 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 Palaviya 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 Palaviya to Colombo?

The distance between Palaviya and Colombo is 140 km. The road distance is 127.2 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Palaviya to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Palaviya to Colombo?

The best way to get from Palaviya 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 Palaviya to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Palaviya to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palaviya to Colombo?

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