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

The cheapest way to get from Maruthamunai to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2500 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maruthamunai to Colombo is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 19000.

Is there a direct bus between Maruthamunai and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kalmunai and arriving at Colombo Pettah. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Maruthamunai to Colombo?

The distance between Maruthamunai and Colombo is 353 km. The road distance is 305.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Maruthamunai to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2500.

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

The bus from Kalmunai to Colombo Pettah takes 6h 51m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Maruthamunai to Colombo bus from?

Maruthamunai to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Kalmunai station.

Train or bus from Maruthamunai to Colombo?

The best way to get from Maruthamunai to Colombo is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 14000 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Maruthamunai to Colombo bus arrive?

Maruthamunai to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Pettah station.

Can I drive from Maruthamunai to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Maruthamunai to Colombo is 306 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Maruthamunai to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1431+ hotels available in Colombo.

Maruthamunai to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Maruthamunai to Colombo by bus, train, car, taxi, 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 Kalmunai to Colombo Pettahbus Kalmunai
6h 51m
Rs 2,300–2,500
Train
1. Take the train from Batticaloa to Maradanatrain Batticaloa
7h 54m
Rs 3,430–13,517
Drive 305.6 km
1. Drive from Maruthamunai to Colombocar 305.6 km
5h 49m
Rs 12,848–18,558
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Maruthamunai to Batticaloa Airport (BTC)taxi
2. Fly from Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane BTC - CMB
22h 16m
Rs 22,850–98,778

Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

7Weekly Planes

21hAverage Duration

Rs 11,958Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Maruthamunai to Colombo.

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Distance: 352.8 km
Duration: 6h 51m

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Kalmunai to Colombo Pettah once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,500 and the journey takes 6h 51m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Batticaloa to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–11,000 and the journey takes 7h 11m.

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