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By car (134 km)
2 h 19 min
134 km.
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2 h 19 min
134 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 Colombo Fort to Noor
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Puttalam
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Puttalam is to train which costs $1 - $2.39 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Puttalam is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Puttalam?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Puttalam. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Puttalam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Noor Nagar. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Colombo to Puttalam?

The distance between Colombo and Puttalam is 141 km. The road distance is 134.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Puttalam without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs .

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

The bus from Pettah to Puttalam takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Puttalam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Puttalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Colombo to Puttalam is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.39 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Colombo to Puttalam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Puttalam train arrive?

Colombo to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Noor Nagar station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Puttalam is 134 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Colombo to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 97+ hotels available in Puttalam. Prices start at $19.65 per night.
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