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. 900 - Rs. 2200 and takes 4h 15m.

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 Pettah and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

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 48m.

How far is it from Colombo to Vavuniya?

The distance between Colombo and Vavuniya is 269 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 bus which takes 4h 15m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 2200.

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

The bus from Pettah to Vavuniya takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Vavuniya bus from?

Colombo to Vavuniya bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah 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 bus which takes 4h 15m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8000 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Colombo to Vavuniya bus arrive?

Colombo to Vavuniya bus services, operated by NCG Express, 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 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 Vavuniyabus
4h 15m
Rs 900–2,200
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Vavuniyatrain Colombo / ...
4h 48m
Rs 1,300–8,000
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Vavuniyacar 255.1 km
4h 11m
Rs 10,657–15,393
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 28m
Rs 23,244–122,116

Colombo to Vavuniya by bus

293Weekly Buses

4h 15mAverage Duration

Rs 900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.6 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Vavuniya 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,145 and the journey takes 4h 15m. National Transport Commission also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, 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 48m.

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