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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Chavakachcheri is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 12000 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Chavakachcheri is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Chavakachcheri?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Chavakachcheri. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Chavakachcheri?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Chavakacheri. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Colombo to Chavakachcheri?

The distance between Colombo and Chavakachcheri is 396 km. The road distance is 381.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Chavakachcheri without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Pettah to Chavakachcheri takes 5h 55m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Chavakachcheri bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Chavakachcheri train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Chavakachcheri?

The best way to get from Colombo to Chavakachcheri is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 12000 and takes 7h 36m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 140000 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Colombo to Chavakachcheri bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Chavakachcheri train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Chavakachcheri?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Chavakachcheri is 382 km. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Colombo to Chavakachcheri.

Where can I stay near Chavakachcheri?

There are 212+ hotels available in Chavakachcheri.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Chavakachcheribus
5h 55m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Chavakacheritrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai / ...
7h 36m
Rs 1,300–12,000
Drive 381.9 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Chavakachchericar 381.9 km
6h 21m
Rs 16,049–23,182
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 22m
Rs 70,174–132,106
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Chavakachcheribus
5h 54m

Colombo to Chavakachcheri by bus

20Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 395.7 km
Duration: 5h 55m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Chavakachcheri 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Chavakacheri twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–12,000 and the journey takes 7h 36m.

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