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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Urumpirai is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Urumpirai is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Urumpirai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Urumpirai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Urumpirai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Inuvil. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Colombo to Urumpirai?

The distance between Colombo and Urumpirai is 421 km. The road distance is 395.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Urumpirai without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Pettah to Urumpirai takes 6h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Urumpirai bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Urumpirai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Urumpirai?

The best way to get from Colombo to Urumpirai is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400 and takes 6h 50m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 170000 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Colombo to Urumpirai bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Urumpirai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Urumpirai?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Urumpirai is 396 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Colombo to Urumpirai.

Where can I stay near Urumpirai?

There are 221+ hotels available in Urumpirai.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Urumpirai 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 Urumpiraibus
6h 30m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Inuviltrain Colombo / ...
6h 50m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Drive 395.9 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Urumpiraicar 395.9 km
6h 37m
Rs 17,806–25,719
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
4h 54m
Rs 99,475–161,257
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
11h 30m
Rs 1,300–1,700

Colombo to Urumpirai by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 421.1 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Urumpirai once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Inuvil twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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