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255 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Vavuniya to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.21

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Vavuniya to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.54–$5.39

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo is to train which costs $1.41 - $4.46 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Vavuniya (Station) and Colombo is 257 km. The road distance is 254.5 km.

How do I travel from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs $1.41 - $4.46 .

How long does it take to get from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo?

The train from Vavuniya to Colombo Fort takes 4h 31m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Vavuniya station.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo train from?

Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Vavuniya station.

Train or bus from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs $1.41 - $4.46 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.17 - $4.67 and takes 7h.

Where does the Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo is 254 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Vavuniya (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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