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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Manipay is to train which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3900 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Manipay is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Manipay?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Manipay. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Kokuvil via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Manipay?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Manipay. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Kondavil via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Colombo to Manipay?

The distance between Colombo and Manipay is 410 km. The road distance is 400.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Manipay without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 3300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Colombo to Manipay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Manipay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Manipay train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Manipay?

The best way to get from Colombo to Manipay is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 3300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3900 and takes 6h 53m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Colombo to Manipay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Manipay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Manipay?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Manipay is 400 km. It takes approximately 6h 42m to drive from Colombo to Manipay.

Where can I stay near Manipay?

There are 218+ hotels available in Manipay.

Colombo to Manipay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Colombo to Manipay by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Kokuvilbus
6h 30m
Rs 3,080–3,260
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Kondaviltrain Colombo / ...
6h 53m
Rs 1,779–3,826
Drive 400.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Manipaycar 400.5 km
6h 42m
Rs 18,052–26,074
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 1m
Rs 104,775–211,607
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
10h 23m
Rs 1,806–2,300
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 Kokuvilbus
6h 14m

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF) flights

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6h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 97,311Cheapest Price

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Distance: 409.7 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Kokuvil once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Kondavil 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 47m.

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