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

The cheapest way to get from Negombo to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Negombo to Colombo is to drive which takes 31 min and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2300.

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Negombo and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Negombo 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 38m.

How far is it from Negombo to Colombo?

The distance between Negombo and Colombo is 42 km. The road distance is 36.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Negombo to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs .

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

The bus from Negombo to Pettah takes 55 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Negombo to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Negombo to Colombo?

The best way to get from Negombo to Colombo is to bus which takes 55 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 2600 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Negombo to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Negombo to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Negombo to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo to Colombo is 37 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Negombo to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1477+ hotels available in Colombo.

Negombo to Colombo - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Negombo 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 Pettah
55 min
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Negombo to MaradanaPuttalam
1h 38m
Rs 1,100–2,600
Drive 36.9 km
1. Drive from Negombo to Colombo36.9 km
31 min
Rs 1,545–2,232
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Colombo36.9 km
31 min
Rs 10,000–12,000
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Katunayake Airport Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Katunayake Airport Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal187-E CMB to Colombo
56 min
Rs 4,464–5,295
Bus via Bandaranaike Internation Airport
1. Take the bus from Bandaranaike Internation Airport to Colombo City
2h 17m
Rs 4,647–5,413

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 42.4 km
Duration: 55 min

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Negombo to Pettah 3 times a day, and the journey takes 55 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 38m.

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