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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Palacode is to train and ferry which costs ₹7,000 - ₹13,000 and takes 24h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Palacode is to fly and bus and train which takes 6h 53m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹20,000.

How far is it from Colombo to Palacode?

The distance between Colombo and Palacode is 921 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Palacode without a car is to train and ferry which takes 24h 9m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹13,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Colombo to Palacode, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Palacode?

There are three+ hotels available in Palacode.

Colombo to Palacode - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Palacode by plane, bus, train, or ferry

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

Fly to Kempegowda International Airport, bus, train
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)CMB - BLR
2. Take the bus from Kempegowda International Airport to Kempegowda Bus Station
3. Take the train from Ksr Bengaluru to Palakkodu
6h 53m
₹11,938–19,086
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Kankesanturai
2. Take the ferry from Kankesanturai to Nagapattinam
3. Take the train from Nagappattinam to Palakkodu
24h 9m
₹7,158–12,266
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Kankesanturai
2. Take the ferry from Kankesanturai to Nagapattinam
3. Take the bus from Nagore to Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus
4. Take the bus from Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus to Dharampuri
23h 10m
₹8,535–9,575
Fly to Salem, train
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Salem (SXV)CMB - SXV
2. Take the train from Salem Jn to Palakkodu
8h 31m
₹10,058–32,166
Fly to Trichy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)CMB - TRZ
2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Dharmapuri
8h 28m
₹13,818–21,506

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) flights

33Weekly Planes

2h 5mAverage Duration

₹7,509Cheapest Price

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Distance: 921.4 km
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Palacode, India?

There is no direct connection from Colombo to Palacode. However, you can take the taxi to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) airport, fly to Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), walk to Kempegowda International Airport, take the bus to Kempegowda Bus Station, walk to Ksr Bengaluru, then take the train to Palakkodu. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pettah to Palacode via Kankesanturai, Kankesanturai, Nagapattinam, Nagore, Chennai Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. Bus Terminus, and Dharampuri in around 23h 10m.

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