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

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Colombo is to bus which costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 2200 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Colombo is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs Rs. 10000 - Rs. 16000.

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Pettah. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Vavuniya and Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Colombo Fort. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Vavuniya to Colombo?

The distance between Vavuniya and Colombo is 273 km. The road distance is 254.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 2200.

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

The bus from Vavuniya to Pettah takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Colombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Vavuniya to Colombo?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Colombo is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs Rs. 900 - Rs. 2200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 8000 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Vavuniya to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vavuniya to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Colombo is 254 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Vavuniya to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1439+ hotels available in Colombo.

Vavuniya to Colombo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Vavuniya to Colombo by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vavuniya to Pettahbus
4h 15m
Rs 900–2,200
Train
1. Take the train from Vavuniya to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
4h 31m
Rs 1,300–8,000
Drive 254.2 km
1. Drive from Vavuniya to Colombocar 254.2 km
4h 9m
Rs 10,619–15,338

Vavuniya to Colombo by bus

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Distance: 272.7 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Vavuniya to Pettah 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,178 and the journey takes 4h 15m. National Transport Commission also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Vavuniya to Colombo Fort twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–8,000 and the journey takes 4h 31m.

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