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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai EP is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 18000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Valaichchenai EP?

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 42m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Valaichchenai EP?

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 EP?

The distance between Colombo and Valaichchenai EP is 281 km. The road distance is 281.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai EP without a car is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2500.

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

The bus from Colombo Pettah to Oddaimavadi takes 5h 42m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Valaichchenai EP bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Valaichchenai EP train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Valaichchenai EP?

The best way to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai EP is to bus which takes 5h 42m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 10000 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Colombo to Valaichchenai EP bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Valaichchenai EP train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Valaichchenai EP?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Valaichchenai EP is 282 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Colombo to Valaichchenai EP.

Where can I stay near Valaichchenai EP?

There are 94+ hotels available in Valaichchenai EP.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Valaichchenai EP by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Colombo Pettah to Oddaimavadibus Wellawatta
5h 42m
Rs 2,300–2,500
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Valaichchenaitrain Colombo
5h 58m
Rs 1,300–10,000
Drive 281.7 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Valaichchenai EPcar 281.7 km
4h 25m
Rs 11,824–17,079
Fly, train
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the train from Habarana to Valaichchenaitrain
4h 47m
Rs 24,024–125,206

Colombo to Valaichchenai EP by train

14Weekly Trains

5h 58mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.1 km
Duration: 5h 42m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Colombo Pettah to Oddaimavadi once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,500 and the journey takes 5h 42m. 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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