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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Puttalam Station to Colombo

Composite routes from Puttalam Station to Colombo

Cheapest
2 h 18 min
Car
134 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Puttalam to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.67

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Puttalam to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Puttalam Station to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam Station to Colombo is to train which costs $1 - $2.28 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puttalam Station to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Puttalam Station to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam Station and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puttalam and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam Station and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Puttalam and arriving at Maradana. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Puttalam Station to Colombo?

The distance between Puttalam Station and Colombo is 146 km. The road distance is 133.1 km.

How do I travel from Puttalam Station to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Puttalam Station to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Puttalam Station to Colombo?

The bus from Puttalam to Pettah takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Puttalam Station to Colombo bus from?

Puttalam Station to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Puttalam station.

Where do I catch the Puttalam Station to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam Station to Colombo?

The best way to get from Puttalam Station to Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.28 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Puttalam Station to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puttalam Station to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam Station to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam Station to Colombo is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Puttalam Station to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $38.09 per night.
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