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296 km.
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296 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Batticaloa Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$1,079.81

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Batticaloa to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
7h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Batticaloa to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$9.27

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Batticaloa to Colombo is to train which costs $1.85 - $6.52 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Batticaloa to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 15m and costs $293.48 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Batticaloa and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Colombo Pettah. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Batticaloa and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Batticaloa to Colombo?

The distance between Batticaloa and Colombo is 241 km. The road distance is 293.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $7.61 - $7.93 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Batticaloa to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Colombo bus from?

Batticaloa to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Batticaloa station.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Batticaloa to Colombo?

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Colombo is to fly which takes 1h 15m and costs $293.48 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.61 - $7.93 and takes 5h 35m, you could also train, which costs $1.85 - $6.52 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Batticaloa to Colombo bus arrive?

Batticaloa to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Pettah station.

Where does the Batticaloa to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Batticaloa to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Batticaloa to Colombo is 293 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Batticaloa to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1080+ hotels available in Colombo. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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