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Two ways to Travel from Anuradhapura to Colombo

Composite routes from Anuradhapura to Colombo

Cheapest
3 h 29 min
Car
199 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 29 min
Rideshare
199 km.
from $7.57

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Anuradhapura to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.19

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.16–$3.81

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Colombo is to train which costs $1.09 - $3.59 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $27.17 - $40.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Colombo?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Colombo is 206 km. The road distance is 209.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs $1.09 - $3.59 .

How long does it take to get from Anuradhapura to Colombo?

The train from Anuradhapura to Colombo Fort takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Colombo bus from?

Anuradhapura to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Anuradhapura station.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Colombo is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs $1.09 - $3.59 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.85 - $3.26 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Colombo bus arrive?

Anuradhapura to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Colombo train arrive?

Anuradhapura to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Colombo is 210 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Anuradhapura to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.01 per night.
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