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

The cheapest way to get from Negombo (Station) to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Negombo (Station) to Colombo is to drive which takes 31 min and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2200.

Is there a direct bus between Negombo (Station) and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Negombo and arriving at Pettah. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Negombo and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

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

The distance between Negombo (Station) and Colombo is 42 km. The road distance is 36.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Negombo (Station) to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs .

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

The bus from Negombo to Pettah takes 50 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Negombo (Station) to Colombo bus from?

Negombo (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Negombo station.

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

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

Train or bus from Negombo (Station) to Colombo?

The best way to get from Negombo (Station) to Colombo is to bus which takes 50 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Negombo (Station) to Colombo bus arrive?

Negombo (Station) to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

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

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

Can I drive from Negombo (Station) to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo (Station) to Colombo is 36 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Negombo (Station) to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Colombo.

Negombo (Station) to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Negombo (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 Negombo to Pettahbus
50 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Negombo to Maradanatrain Puttalam
1h 33m
Rs 1,100–2,600
Drive 36.1 km
1. Drive from Negombo (Station) to Colombocar 36.1 km
31 min
Rs 1,523–2,200
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo (Station) to Colombotaxi 36.1 km
31 min
Rs 9,500–12,000

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Negombo (Station) to Colombo.

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Distance: 42.4 km
Duration: 50 min

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Negombo to Pettah twice daily, and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Negombo to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,100–2,600 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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