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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya is to bus which costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 800 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs Rs. 8000 - Rs. 12000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Jetavanaramaya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Anuradhapura. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Jetavanaramaya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Anuradhapura. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya?

The distance between Colombo and Jetavanaramaya is 207 km. The road distance is 195.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 6500.

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Jetavanaramaya bus from?

Colombo to Jetavanaramaya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Jetavanaramaya train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 700 - Rs. 800 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Colombo to Jetavanaramaya bus arrive?

Colombo to Jetavanaramaya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Where does the Colombo to Jetavanaramaya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Jetavanaramaya is 195 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya.

Where can I stay near Jetavanaramaya?

There are 484+ hotels available in Jetavanaramaya.

Colombo to Jetavanaramaya - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to AnuradhapuraColombo / ...
4h 4m
Rs 1,300–6,500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura15-1-1 / ...
6h 17m
Rs 700–800
Drive 195.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Jetavanaramaya195.1 km
3h 29m
Rs 8,168–11,799
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapura
3h 50m
Rs 23,764–108,925

Colombo to Jetavanaramaya by train and foot

18Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.3 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–6,500 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 700–800 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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