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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Pallai is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 12000 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Pallai is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs Rs. 2700.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Pallai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Pallai. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Pallai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Palai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Colombo to Pallai?

The distance between Colombo and Pallai is 374 km. The road distance is 362.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Pallai without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Pettah to Pallai takes 5h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Pallai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Pallai train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Pallai?

The best way to get from Colombo to Pallai is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 12000 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Colombo to Pallai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Pallai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Pallai?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Pallai is 363 km. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Colombo to Pallai.

Where can I stay near Pallai?

There are 21+ hotels available in Pallai.

Colombo to Pallai - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Pallai by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Pallaibus
5h 35m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Palaitrain Colombo / ...
6h 11m
Rs 1,300–12,000
Drive 362.8 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Pallaicar 362.8 km
6h 4m
Rs 15,245–22,021
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Palaibus
5h 19m

Colombo to Pallai by bus

18Weekly Buses

5h 35mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 373.9 km
Duration: 5h 35m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Pallai 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Palai twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–12,000 and the journey takes 6h 11m.

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