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

The cheapest way to get from Kinniya to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 3900 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kinniya to Colombo is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Kinniya and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kinniya to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Palampoddaru and arriving at Colombo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kinniya and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Kinniya to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from China Bay and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Kinniya to Colombo?

The distance between Kinniya and Colombo is 264 km. The road distance is 251 km.

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

The best way to get from Kinniya to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2900.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Kinniya to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kinniya to Colombo bus from?

Kinniya to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Palampoddaru station.

Where do I catch the Kinniya to Colombo train from?

Kinniya to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from China Bay station.

Train or bus from Kinniya to Colombo?

The best way to get from Kinniya to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 2100 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 3900 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Kinniya to Colombo bus arrive?

Kinniya to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo station.

Where does the Kinniya to Colombo train arrive?

Kinniya to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Kinniya to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kinniya to Colombo is 251 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Kinniya to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1441+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Kinniya to Colombo by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Palampoddaru to Colombobus
5h 16m
Rs 2,183–2,858
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from China Bay to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
6h 22m
Rs 1,863–3,865
Drive 251 km
1. Drive from Kinniya to Colombocar 251 km
4h 1m
Rs 11,188–16,160
Bus via Thambalagamuwa
1. Take the bus from Thambalagamuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee
6h 41m
Rs 1,864–4,058

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Distance: 263.9 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Palampoddaru to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 950–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 54m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from China Bay to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 6h 14m.

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