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4 h 20 min
254 km.
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4 h 20 min
254 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 Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.27

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.46

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.79–$5.74
Bus from Dambulla to Vavuniya
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Vavuniya is to train which costs $1.41 - $4.57 and takes 4h 48m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Vavuniya?

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

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Colombo to Vavuniya?

The distance between Colombo and Vavuniya is 272 km. The road distance is 253.6 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Vavuniya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Vavuniya train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Vavuniya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Vavuniya is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $2.39 - $7.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.41 - $4.57 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Colombo to Vavuniya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Vavuniya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Vavuniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Vavuniya is 254 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Colombo to Vavuniya.

Where can I stay near Vavuniya?

There are seven+ hotels available in Vavuniya. Prices start at $22.60 per night.
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