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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Valvettithurai is to bus which costs Rs. 2700 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Valvettithurai is to fly which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Valvettithurai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Kuncharkadai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Colombo to Valvettithurai?

The distance between Colombo and Valvettithurai is 439 km. The road distance is 396.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Valvettithurai without a car is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Pettah to Kuncharkadai takes 6h 37m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Valvettithurai bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Valvettithurai?

The best way to get from Colombo to Valvettithurai is to bus which takes 6h 37m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 14000 and takes 6h 51m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 110000 and takes 5h 16m.

Where does the Colombo to Valvettithurai bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Valvettithurai?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Valvettithurai is 396 km. It takes approximately 6h 42m to drive from Colombo to Valvettithurai.

Where can I stay near Valvettithurai?

There are 203+ hotels available in Valvettithurai.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Valvettithurai 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 Kuncharkadai
6h 37m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to KodikamamColombo / ...
6h 51m
Rs 2,579–13,253
Drive 396.4 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Valvettithurai396.4 km
6h 42m
Rs 16,618–24,004
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)CMB - JAF
5h 16m
Rs 71,524–108,655

Colombo to Valvettithurai by bus

14Weekly Buses

6h 37mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Distance: 438.9 km
Duration: 6h 37m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Kuncharkadai twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 37m. 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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