What is the cheapest way to get from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 100000.

Is there a direct bus between Nallur Kandaswamy temple and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kachcheri and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Nallur Kandaswamy temple and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jaffna and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo?

The distance between Nallur Kandaswamy temple and Colombo is 417 km. The road distance is 391.2 km.

How do I travel from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 31m and costs Rs. 2700.

How long does it take to get from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo?

The bus from Kachcheri to Pettah takes 6h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo bus from?

Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kachcheri station.

Where do I catch the Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo train from?

Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Jaffna station.

Train, bus or fly from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo?

The best way to get from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo is to bus which takes 6h 31m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 6h 46m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 70000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo bus arrive?

Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo train arrive?

Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo is 391 km. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1441+ hotels available in Colombo.

Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nallur Kandaswamy temple 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 Kachcheri to Pettah
6h 31m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Colombo FortKankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 46m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Drive 391.2 km
1. Drive from Nallur Kandaswamy temple to Colombo391.2 km
6h 30m
Rs 16,166–23,351
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)JAF - CMB
4h 33m
Rs 70,828–98,979

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

6Weekly Planes

3h 45mAverage Duration

Rs 60,657Cheapest Price

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Distance: 417.2 km
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Nallur Kandaswamy temple, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Kachcheri to Pettah 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–13,000 and the journey takes 6h 22m.

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