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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Chunnakam is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Chunnakam is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs Rs. 80000 - Rs. 160000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Chunnakam?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Chunnakam. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Chunnakam via Kankesanturai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Chunnakam?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Chunnakam. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Colombo to Chunnakam?

The distance between Colombo and Chunnakam is 407 km. The road distance is 398.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Chunnakam without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000.

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Chunnakam takes 6h 53m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Chunnakam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Chunnakam train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Chunnakam?

The best way to get from Colombo to Chunnakam is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800 and takes 7h 55m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 80000 - Rs. 160000 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Colombo to Chunnakam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Chunnakam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Chunnakam?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Chunnakam is 399 km. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Colombo to Chunnakam.

Where can I stay near Chunnakam?

There are 200+ hotels available in Chunnakam.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Chunnakamtrain Colombo / ...
6h 53m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Kankesanturaibus
7h 55m
Rs 2,700–2,800
Drive 398.9 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Chunnakamcar 398.9 km
6h 44m
Rs 16,870–24,367
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 5m
Rs 84,474–151,256
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
11h 44m
Rs 1,606–4,150

Colombo to Chunnakam by train

21Weekly Trains

6h 53mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 406.5 km
Duration: 6h 53m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Chunnakam 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–13,000 and the journey takes 6h 53m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Kankesanturai once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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