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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Navalady is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 11000 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Navalady is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Navalady?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Batticaloa. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Colombo to Navalady?

The distance between Colombo and Navalady is 348 km. The road distance is 298.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Navalady without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 11000.

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

The train from Fort Station to Batticaloa takes 4h 55m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Navalady train from?

Colombo to Navalady train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Navalady?

The best way to get from Colombo to Navalady is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 11000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 3000 and takes 6h 34m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 24000 - Rs. 130000 and takes 26h 26m.

Where does the Colombo to Navalady train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Navalady?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Navalady is 299 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Colombo to Navalady.

Where can I stay near Navalady?

There are 53+ hotels available in Navalady.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Navalady 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 Fort Station to BatticaloaColombo
4h 55m
Rs 1,300–11,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to BatticaloaWellawatta
6h 34m
Rs 2,775–2,998
Drive 298.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Navalady298.5 km
5h 29m
Rs 12,562–18,144
Fly to Batticaloa Airport
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa Airport (BTC)CMB - BTC
26h 26m
Rs 24,574–121,355
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, train
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)CMB - GIU
2. Take the train from Habarana to Batticaloa
5h 40m
Rs 23,024–111,105

Colombo to Navalady by train

21Weekly Trains

4h 55mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.9 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Batticaloa 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–11,000 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,500 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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