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Two ways to Travel from Puttalam to Negombo

Composite routes from Puttalam to Negombo

Cheapest
1 h 49 min
Car
98 km.
from $5
Other
1 h 49 min
Rideshare
98 km.
from $5.33

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Puttalam to Negombo
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.70–$2.03

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Puttalam to Negombo
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Negombo?

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Negombo is to train which costs $1 - $1.74 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puttalam to Negombo?

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Negombo is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Negombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puttalam and arriving at Negombo. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Negombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Puttalam and arriving at Negombo. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Negombo?

The distance between Puttalam and Negombo is 101 km. The road distance is 98.7 km.

How do I travel from Puttalam to Negombo without a car?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Negombo without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Puttalam to Negombo?

The bus from Puttalam to Negombo takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Negombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Negombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Negombo?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Negombo is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $1.74 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Puttalam to Negombo bus arrive?

Puttalam to Negombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Negombo station.

Where does the Puttalam to Negombo train arrive?

Puttalam to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Negombo station.

Can I drive from Puttalam to Negombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Negombo is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Puttalam to Negombo.

Where can I stay near Negombo?

There are 971+ hotels available in Negombo. Prices start at $15.33 per night.
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