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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Negombo is to train which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2500 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Negombo is to drive which takes 32 min and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2300.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Negombo?

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

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Negombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Negombo. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Colombo to Negombo?

The distance between Colombo and Negombo is 38 km. The road distance is 37.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Negombo without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs .

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

The bus from Pettah to Negombo takes 55 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Negombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Negombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Negombo?

The best way to get from Colombo to Negombo is to bus which takes 55 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2500 and takes 1h 21m.

Where does the Colombo to Negombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Negombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Negombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Negombo is 37 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Colombo to Negombo.

Where can I stay near Negombo?

There are 1293+ hotels available in Negombo.

Colombo to Negombo - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Colombo to Negombo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Negombo
55 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to NegomboColombo
1h 21m
Rs 1,100–2,500
Drive 37.4 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Negombo37.4 km
32 min
Rs 1,564–2,259
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Negombo37.4 km
32 min
Rs 10,000–13,000
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Katunayake Airport Bus Station187-E CMB to Colombo
2. Take the taxi from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Negombo
56 min
Rs 4,410–5,647
Bus via Bandaranaike Internation Airport
1. Take the bus from Colombo City to Bandaranaike Internation Airport
2h 20m
Rs 4,731–5,931

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 38 km
Duration: 55 min

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Negombo 3 times a day, and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Negombo 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,500 and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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