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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Neligama is to bus which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1900 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Neligama is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs Rs. 4900 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Neligama?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Neligama. However, there are services departing from Colombo and arriving at ibbagamuwa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Neligama?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Neligama. However, there are services departing from Maradana and arriving at Wellawa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Colombo to Neligama?

The distance between Colombo and Neligama is 109 km. The road distance is 108.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Neligama without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Colombo to Neligama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Neligama bus from?

Colombo to Neligama bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Neligama train from?

Colombo to Neligama train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Maradana station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Neligama?

The best way to get from Colombo to Neligama is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 1900 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Colombo to Neligama bus arrive?

Colombo to Neligama bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at ibbagamuwa station.

Where does the Colombo to Neligama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Neligama?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Neligama is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Colombo to Neligama.

Where can I stay near Neligama?

There are 71+ hotels available in Neligama.

Colombo to Neligama - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Neligama by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maradana to Wellawatrain Colombo
2h 11m
Rs 1,700–3,501
Bus via Kurunegala
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kurunegalabus 57 / ...
2h 20m
Rs 1,238–2,219
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colombo to ibbagamuwabus
2h 18m
Rs 1,454–1,880
Drive 108.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Neligamacar 108.5 km
1h 48m
Rs 4,935–7,128
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Neligamataxi 108.5 km
1h 48m
Rs 29,000–36,000

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Distance: 108.9 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Maradana to Wellawa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Colombo to ibbagamuwa once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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