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

The cheapest way to get from Mallakam to Colombo is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 11h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallakam to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs Rs. 80000 - Rs. 170000.

Is there a direct bus between Mallakam and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mallakam and arriving at Pettah. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Mallakam and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mallakam and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Mallakam to Colombo?

The distance between Mallakam and Colombo is 413 km. The road distance is 400 km.

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

The best way to get from Mallakam to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800.

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

The bus from Mallakam to Pettah takes 7h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Mallakam to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mallakam to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Mallakam to Colombo?

The best way to get from Mallakam to Colombo is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 7h 26m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 80000 - Rs. 170000 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Mallakam to Colombo bus arrive?

Mallakam to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Mallakam to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mallakam to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallakam to Colombo is 400 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Mallakam to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Colombo.

Mallakam to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Mallakam to Colombo 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 Mallakam to Pettahbus
7h 25m
Rs 2,700–2,800
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mallakam to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai / ...
7h 26m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Drive 400 km
1. Drive from Mallakam to Colombocar 400 km
6h 46m
Rs 16,928–24,451
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 27m
Rs 83,972–161,558
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
11h 45m
Rs 1,300–1,650

Mallakam to Colombo by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 25mAverage Duration

Rs 2,700Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 413 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Mallakam to Pettah once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 7h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Mallakam to Colombo Fort 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–13,000 and the journey takes 7h 26m.

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