What is the cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo is to drive which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1200 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Ja-Ela and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ja-Ela and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Ja-Ela and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ja-ela and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The distance between Ja-Ela and Colombo is 26 km. The road distance is 19.3 km.

How do I travel from Ja-Ela to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 39 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The bus from Ja-Ela to Pettah takes 39 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Colombo bus from?

Ja-Ela to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Ja-Ela station.

Where do I catch the Ja-Ela to Colombo train from?

Ja-Ela to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ja-ela station.

Train or bus from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

The best way to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo is to bus which takes 39 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 2500 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Colombo bus arrive?

Ja-Ela to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Ja-Ela to Colombo train arrive?

Ja-Ela to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Ja-Ela to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ja-Ela to Colombo is 19 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Ja-Ela to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1470+ hotels available in Colombo.

Ja-Ela to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ja-Ela to Colombo by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 25.6 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Ja-Ela, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Ja-Ela to Pettah 3 times a day, and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ja-ela to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 600–2,500 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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