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

The cheapest way to get from Negombo to Fort is to drive which costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2400 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Negombo to Fort is to drive which takes 32 min and costs Rs. 1600 - Rs. 2400.

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Fort?

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 and Fort?

No, there is no direct train from Negombo to Fort. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Colombo Fort via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Negombo to Fort?

The distance between Negombo and Fort is 42 km. The road distance is 37.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Negombo to Fort without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Negombo to Fort bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Negombo to Fort train from?

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

Train or bus from Negombo to Fort?

The best way to get from Negombo to Fort is to bus which takes 50 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 5000 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Negombo to Fort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Negombo to Fort train arrive?

Negombo to Fort train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Negombo to Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo to Fort is 38 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Negombo to Fort.

Where can I stay near Fort?

There are 1443+ hotels available in Fort.

Negombo to Fort - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Negombo to Fort 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 Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Colombo Forttrain Matale / ...
2h 6m
Rs 1,226–4,986
Drive 37.8 km
1. Drive from Negombo to Fortcar 37.8 km
32 min
Rs 1,603–2,315
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Forttaxi 37.8 km
32 min
Rs 10,000–13,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 42.4 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Negombo, Sri Lanka and Fort, Western, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Negombo to Pettah twice daily, and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Negombo to Colombo Fort via Ragama in around 2h 6m.

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