What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Point Pedro?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Point Pedro is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Point Pedro?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Point Pedro is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 100000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Point Pedro?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Point Pedro. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Colombo to Point Pedro?

The distance between Colombo and Point Pedro is 405 km. The road distance is 390.7 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Point Pedro without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Point Pedro without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs Rs. 2700.

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Point Pedro?

The bus from Pettah to Point Pedro takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Point Pedro bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Point Pedro?

The best way to get from Colombo to Point Pedro is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 42m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Colombo to Point Pedro bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Point Pedro?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Point Pedro is 391 km. It takes approximately 6h 33m to drive from Colombo to Point Pedro.

Where can I stay near Point Pedro?

There are 23+ hotels available in Point Pedro.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Point Pedro 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 Point Pedro
6h 15m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to KodikamamColombo / ...
6h 42m
Rs 2,329–12,953
Drive 390.7 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Point Pedro390.7 km
6h 33m
Rs 16,344–23,607
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)CMB - JAF
5h 23m
Rs 71,824–99,055
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Chavakachcheri
6h 1m

Colombo to Point Pedro by bus

21Weekly Buses

6h 15mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 404.8 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Point Pedro, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Point Pedro 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Kodikamam 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–12,000 and the journey takes 6h 22m.

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