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Colombo to Medawachchiya

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3 h 53 min
229 km.
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3 h 53 min
229 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Medawachchiya
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.70

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Medawachchiya
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura
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 Colombo to Medawachchiya?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Medawachchiya is to train which costs $2.50 - $5.98 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Medawachchiya is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 36m and costs $250 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Medawachchiya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Medawachchiya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Colombo to Medawachchiya?

The distance between Colombo and Medawachchiya is 247 km. The road distance is 229 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Medawachchiya without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs .

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

The bus from Pettah to Medawachchiya takes 4h including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Medawachchiya bus from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Medawachchiya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Medawachchiya is to bus which takes 4h and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.50 - $5.98 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Colombo to Medawachchiya bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Medawachchiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Medawachchiya is 229 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Colombo to Medawachchiya.

Where can I stay near Medawachchiya?

There are 17+ hotels available in Medawachchiya. Prices start at $12.77 per night.
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