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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 10000 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 18000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Valaichchenai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Pettah and arriving at Oddaimavadi. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Valaichchenai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Valaichchenai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Colombo to Valaichchenai?

The distance between Colombo and Valaichchenai is 281 km. The road distance is 283 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400.

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

The bus from Colombo Pettah to Oddaimavadi takes 5h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Valaichchenai bus from?

Colombo to Valaichchenai bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Valaichchenai train from?

Colombo to Valaichchenai train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Valaichchenai?

The best way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 10000 and takes 5h 58m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 26000 - Rs. 130000 and takes 26h 48m.

Where does the Colombo to Valaichchenai bus arrive?

Colombo to Valaichchenai bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Oddaimavadi station.

Where does the Colombo to Valaichchenai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Valaichchenai?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Valaichchenai is 283 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Colombo to Valaichchenai.

Where can I stay near Valaichchenai?

There are 101+ hotels available in Valaichchenai.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai 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 Colombo Pettah to Oddaimavadi
5h 20m
Rs 2,200–2,400
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to ValaichchenaiColombo
5h 58m
Rs 1,300–10,000
Drive 283 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Valaichchenai283 km
4h 24m
Rs 11,888–17,171
Fly to Batticaloa Airport
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Batticaloa Airport (BTC)CMB - BTC
26h 48m
Rs 26,424–124,755
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, train
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)CMB - GIU
2. Take the train from Habarana to Valaichchenai
5h 1m
Rs 24,674–112,155

Colombo to Valaichchenai by train

14Weekly Trains

5h 58mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Pettah to Oddaimavadi once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,400 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Fort Station to Valaichchenai twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–10,000 and the journey takes 5h 58m.

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