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

The cheapest way to get from Chunnakam to Colombo is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 11h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chunnakam to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 29m and costs Rs. 80000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Chunnakam and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chunnakam and arriving at Pettah. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chunnakam and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chunnakam and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Chunnakam to Colombo?

The distance between Chunnakam and Colombo is 406 km. The road distance is 397.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chunnakam to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000.

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

The train from Chunnakam to Colombo Fort takes 6h 44m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Chunnakam to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chunnakam to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chunnakam to Colombo?

The best way to get from Chunnakam to Colombo is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800 and takes 7h 20m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 80000 - Rs. 170000 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Chunnakam to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chunnakam to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chunnakam to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Chunnakam to Colombo is 398 km. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Chunnakam to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Colombo.

Chunnakam to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Chunnakam to Colombo by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chunnakam to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 44m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chunnakam to Pettahbus
7h 20m
Rs 2,700–2,800
Drive 397.6 km
1. Drive from Chunnakam to Colombocar 397.6 km
6h 43m
Rs 16,829–24,308
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 29m
Rs 84,044–161,643
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
11h 40m
Rs 1,300–1,650

Chunnakam to Colombo by train

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6h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 406.4 km
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Chunnakam, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Chunnakam to Colombo Fort 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–13,000 and the journey takes 6h 44m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Chunnakam to Pettah once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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