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

The cheapest way to get from Manipay to Colombo is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2400 and takes 10h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manipay to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 210000.

Is there a direct bus between Manipay and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Manipay to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Kokuvil and arriving at Pettah via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Manipay and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Manipay to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Kondavil and arriving at Colombo Fort via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Manipay to Colombo?

The distance between Manipay and Colombo is 407 km. The road distance is 399.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Manipay to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3900.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Manipay to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manipay to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manipay to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Manipay to Colombo?

The best way to get from Manipay to Colombo is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 3300 and takes 7h 7m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 210000 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Manipay to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manipay to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manipay to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Manipay to Colombo is 399 km. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Manipay to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1319+ hotels available in Colombo.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Manipay to Colombo by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kondavil to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 45m
Rs 1,701–3,874
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kokuvil to Pettahbus
7h 7m
Rs 3,089–3,260
Drive 399.1 km
1. Drive from Manipay to Colombocar 399.1 km
6h 32m
Rs 17,669–25,522
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 25m
Rs 99,316–201,964
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
10h 23m
Rs 1,822–2,317

Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

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3h 45mAverage Duration

Rs 93,469Cheapest Price

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Distance: 406.9 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kondavil to Colombo Fort 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 39m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Kokuvil to Pettah once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 7h 2m.

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