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

The cheapest way to get from Tellippalai to Colombo is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 11h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tellippalai to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs Rs. 75000 - Rs. 160000.

Is there a direct bus between Tellippalai and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tellippalai and arriving at Pettah. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Tellippalai and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tellipallai and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Tellippalai to Colombo?

The distance between Tellippalai and Colombo is 328 km. The road distance is 402.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tellippalai to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Tellippalai to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tellippalai to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tellippalai to Colombo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tellippalai to Colombo?

The best way to get from Tellippalai to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs Rs. 75000 - Rs. 160000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 13000 and takes 7h 29m, you could also bus, which costs Rs. 2700 - Rs. 2800 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Tellippalai to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tellippalai to Colombo train arrive?

Tellippalai to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Tellippalai to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Tellippalai to Colombo is 403 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Tellippalai to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1437+ hotels available in Colombo.

Tellippalai to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Tellippalai to Colombo by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 20m
Rs 78,897–151,469
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tellipallai to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai / ...
7h 29m
Rs 1,300–13,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tellippalai to Pettahbus
7h 30m
Rs 2,700–2,800
Drive 402.5 km
1. Drive from Tellippalai to Colombocar 402.5 km
6h 49m
Rs 17,019–24,583
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
11h 50m
Rs 1,300–1,650

Tellippalai to Colombo by train

21Weekly Trains

7h 29mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 328 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) 6 times a week. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Tellipallai to Colombo Fort 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–13,000 and the journey takes 7h 29m.

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