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Vavuniya to Colombo

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254 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:
$1.52–$5.21

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Vavuniya to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.59

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Vavuniya to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.79–$5.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Colombo is to train which costs $1.30 - $4.46 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Colombo is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $2.39 - $7.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Pettah. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya 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 to Colombo?

The distance between Vavuniya and Colombo is 278 km. The road distance is 253.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $2.39 - $7.61 .

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

The bus from Vavuniya to Pettah takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Vavuniya to Colombo?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Colombo is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $2.39 - $7.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.30 - $4.46 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Vavuniya to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vavuniya to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Colombo is 253 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Vavuniya 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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