What is the cheapest way to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo is to bus via Welimada which costs Rs. 600 - Rs. 700 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Nine Arch Bridge and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ella and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Nine Arch Bridge and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ella and arriving at Fort Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo?

The distance between Nine Arch Bridge and Colombo is 213 km. The road distance is 200.9 km.

How do I travel from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400.

How long does it take to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo?

The bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal takes 5h 25m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo bus from?

Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Ella station.

Where do I catch the Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo train from?

Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Ella station.

Train or bus from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo?

The best way to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8500 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo bus arrive?

Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo train arrive?

Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo is 201 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Colombo.

Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo by bus, train, car, or plane

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 Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Badulla-Colombo / ...
5h 53m
Rs 2,200–2,400
Bus via Welimada
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Welimada to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 79-1
7h 21m
Rs 600–700
Train
1. Take the train from Ella to Fort Stationtrain Badulla
9h 36m
Rs 1,300–8,500
Drive 200.9 km
1. Drive from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombocar 200.9 km
3h 16m
Rs 8,503–12,282
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ella to Thanamalwilabus
2. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
3h 56m

Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

14Weekly Planes

32 minAverage Duration

Rs 10,496Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nine Arch Bridge to Colombo.

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Distance: 213.4 km
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Nine Arch Bridge, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Ella to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,200–2,400 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Ella to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,500 and the journey takes 9h 4m.

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