What is the cheapest way to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 6500 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct train between Negama (Station) and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Negama (Station) to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Negama and arriving at Maradana via Awukana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Negama (Station) to Colombo?

The distance between Negama (Station) and Colombo is 183 km. The road distance is 164.5 km.

How do I travel from Negama (Station) to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 4700.

How long does it take to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Negama (Station) to Colombo train from?

Negama (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Awukana station.

Train or bus from Negama (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo is to bus which takes 4h 2m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 4700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 8000 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Negama (Station) to Colombo train arrive?

Negama (Station) to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Negama (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Negama (Station) to Colombo is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Negama (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Colombo.

Negama (Station) to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Negama (Station) to Colombo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
4h 2m
Rs 2,401–4,647
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Awukana to Maradanatrain Batticaloa
4h 22m
Rs 1,460–7,962
Drive 164.5 km
1. Drive from Negama (Station) to Colombocar 164.5 km
2h 40m
Rs 6,963–10,057
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negama (Station) to Colombotaxi 164.5 km
2h 40m
Rs 45,000–55,000
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Negama to Habaranatrain Colombo- Trincomalee
2. Take the bus from Habarana to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee-Colombo
6h 1m
Rs 3,401–4,907

Negama (Station) to Colombo by train

7Weekly Trains

4h 22mAverage Duration

Rs 1,460Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.7 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Negama (Station), Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Dambulla to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 510–570 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Superline Travels also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Awukana to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–5,500 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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