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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo to Puttalam Station

Composite routes from Colombo to Puttalam Station

Cheapest
2 h 19 min
Car
134 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Puttalam
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
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 Station?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Puttalam Station is to train which costs $1 - $2.39 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Puttalam Station is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Puttalam Station?

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 Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Puttalam. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Colombo to Puttalam Station?

The distance between Colombo and Puttalam Station is 141 km. The road distance is 133.6 km.

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

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

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

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 Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Puttalam Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Puttalam Station?

The best way to get from Colombo to Puttalam Station is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.39 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Colombo to Puttalam Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Puttalam Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Puttalam Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Puttalam Station is 134 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Colombo to Puttalam Station.

Where can I stay near Puttalam Station?

There are 83+ hotels available in Puttalam Station. Prices start at $18.66 per night.
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