What is the cheapest way to get from Palavi Junction to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Palavi Junction to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 4200 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palavi Junction to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Palavi Junction to Colombo is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 8000.

Is there a direct bus between Palavi Junction and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palavi Junction and arriving at Pettah. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Palavi Junction and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palavi and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Palavi Junction to Colombo?

The distance between Palavi Junction and Colombo is 136 km. The road distance is 127.1 km.

How do I travel from Palavi Junction to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Palavi Junction to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Palavi Junction to Colombo?

The bus from Palavi Junction to Pettah takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Palavi Junction to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Palavi Junction to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Palavi Junction to Colombo?

The best way to get from Palavi Junction to Colombo is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 4200 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Palavi Junction to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Palavi Junction to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palavi Junction to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Palavi Junction to Colombo is 127 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Palavi Junction to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1466+ hotels available in Colombo.

Palavi Junction to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Palavi Junction 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 Palavi Junction to Pettahbus
2h 35m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Palavi to Maradanatrain Puttalam
4h 21m
Rs 1,200–4,200
Drive 127.1 km
1. Drive from Palavi Junction to Colombocar 127.1 km
2h 9m
Rs 5,446–7,867
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palavi Junction to Colombotaxi 127.1 km
2h 9m
Rs 34,000–42,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 136.1 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Palavi Junction, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Palavi Junction to Pettah twice daily, and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Palavi to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–4,200 and the journey takes 4h 16m.

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