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

The cheapest way to get from Negombo to Pinwala is to drive which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 4100 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Negombo to Pinwala is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 4100.

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Pinwala?

No, there is no direct bus from Negombo to Pinwala. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Panadura via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Negombo to Pinwala?

The distance between Negombo and Pinwala is 73 km. The road distance is 64.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Negombo to Pinwala without a car is to bus via Pettah which takes 2h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Negombo to Pinwala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Pinwala bus from?

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

Train or bus from Negombo to Pinwala?

The best way to get from Negombo to Pinwala is to bus via Pettah which takes 2h 31m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 6500 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Negombo to Pinwala bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Negombo to Pinwala?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo to Pinwala is 65 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Negombo to Pinwala.

Where can I stay near Pinwala?

There are 517+ hotels available in Pinwala.

Negombo to Pinwala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Negombo to Pinwala 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 via Pettah
best
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Panadurabus
2h 31m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Negombo to Colombo Forttrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Maradana to Panaduratrain Maradana
3h 12m
Rs 2,671–6,204
Drive 64.9 km
1. Drive from Negombo to Pinwalacar 64.9 km
1h 6m
Rs 2,841–4,104
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Pinwalataxi 64.9 km
1h 6m
Rs 10,000–12,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Armour streetbus
2. Take the bus from Armour street to Panadurabus
2h 35m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Negombo to Pinwala.

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Distance: 72.5 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Negombo to Panadura via Pettah and Colombo in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Negombo to Pinwala via Maradana and Panadura in around 3h 12m.

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