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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Tudella is to drive which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1300 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Tudella is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs Rs. 7000 - Rs. 9000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Tudella?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Ja-Ela. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Tudella?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Tudella. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Colombo to Tudella?

The distance between Colombo and Tudella is 22 km. The road distance is 20.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Tudella without a car is to bus which takes 39 min and costs .

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

The bus from Pettah to Ja-Ela takes 39 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Tudella bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Tudella train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Tudella?

The best way to get from Colombo to Tudella is to bus which takes 39 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 650 - Rs. 2500 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Colombo to Tudella bus arrive?

Colombo to Tudella bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Ja-Ela station.

Where does the Colombo to Tudella train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Tudella?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Tudella is 21 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Colombo to Tudella.

Where can I stay near Tudella?

There are 2370+ hotels available in Tudella.

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

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

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 Ja-Ela
39 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to TudellaColombo
50 min
Rs 650–2,500
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colombo to Tudella20.9 km
24 min
Rs 7,000–9,000
Drive 20.9 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Tudella20.9 km
24 min
Rs 878–1,269
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 Tudella
57 min
Rs 4,610–5,647
Bus via Bandaranaike Internation Airport
1. Take the bus from Colombo City to Bandaranaike Internation Airport
2h 20m
Rs 4,931–5,931

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Colombo to Tudella.

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Distance: 22.2 km
Duration: 39 min

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Ja-Ela 3 times a day, and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Tudella 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 650–2,500 and the journey takes 50 min.

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