What is the cheapest way to get from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 10000 and takes 6h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Valaichchenai EP and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oddaimavadi and arriving at Colombo Pettah. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Valaichchenai EP and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Valaichchenai and arriving at Maradana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo?

The distance between Valaichchenai EP and Colombo is 279 km. The road distance is 280.3 km.

How do I travel from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2500.

How long does it take to get from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo?

The bus from Oddaimavadi to Colombo Pettah takes 5h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Valaichchenai EP to Colombo bus from?

Valaichchenai EP to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Oddaimavadi station.

Where do I catch the Valaichchenai EP to Colombo train from?

Valaichchenai EP to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Valaichchenai station.

Train, bus or fly from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo?

The best way to get from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 2500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 10000 and takes 6h 32m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 22000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 22h 3m.

Where does the Valaichchenai EP to Colombo bus arrive?

Valaichchenai EP to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Pettah station.

Where does the Valaichchenai EP to Colombo train arrive?

Valaichchenai EP to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Valaichchenai EP to Colombo is 280 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Valaichchenai EP to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1438+ hotels available in Colombo.

Valaichchenai EP to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Valaichchenai EP 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 Oddaimavadi to Colombo Pettahbus Kalmunai
5h 20m
Rs 2,300–2,500
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Valaichchenai to Maradanatrain Batticaloa
6h 32m
Rs 1,300–10,000
Drive 280.3 km
1. Drive from Valaichchenai EP to Colombocar 280.3 km
4h 23m
Rs 11,790–17,029
Fly
1. Fly from Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane BTC - CMB
22h 3m
Rs 22,352–98,189

Valaichchenai EP to Colombo by train

21Weekly Trains

6h 32mAverage Duration

Rs 1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.4 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Valaichchenai EP, Sri Lanka and Colombo, Sri Lanka?

Superline Travels operates a bus from Oddaimavadi to Colombo Pettah once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,500 and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Valaichchenai to Maradana 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–10,000 and the journey takes 6h 32m.

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