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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Vavuniya is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 2100 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Vavuniya is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 16000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Colombo to Vavuniya?

The distance between Colombo and Vavuniya is 255 km. The road distance is 255.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Vavuniya without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8000.

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

The train from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya takes 4h 43m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Vavuniya bus from?

Colombo to Vavuniya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Vavuniya train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Vavuniya?

The best way to get from Colombo to Vavuniya is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 2100 and takes 7h.

Where does the Colombo to Vavuniya bus arrive?

Colombo to Vavuniya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Vavuniya station.

Where does the Colombo to Vavuniya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Vavuniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Vavuniya is 255 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Colombo to Vavuniya.

Where can I stay near Vavuniya?

There are seven+ hotels available in Vavuniya.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colombo to Vavuniya by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Vavuniyatrain Colombo / ...
4h 43m
Rs 1,300–8,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Vavuniyabus Colombo
7h
Rs 850–2,100
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Vavuniyacar 255.1 km
4h 11m
Rs 10,724–15,489
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Vavuniyabus
5h 15m
Rs 23,244–122,116

Colombo to Vavuniya by train

21Weekly Trains

4h 43mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.1 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,000 and the journey takes 4h 43m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Vavuniya hourly. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,397 and the journey takes 7h. NCG Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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