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How to get fromColombo Airport (CMB) to Velankanniby plane or train

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There are 2 ways to get from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Velankanni by plane or train

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  1. Fly to Trichy International Airport, train

    best
    1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane plane CMB - TRZ
    2. Take the train from Tiruchchirapali to Vellankannitrain train
    5h 43m
    ₹13,312–35,580

  2. Fly to Chennai International Airport, train

    cheapest
    1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane plane CMB - MAA
    2. Take the train from Tambaram to Vellankannitrain train
    9h 32m
    ₹10,401–25,113

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ) flights

Calendar8Weekly Planes
Duration1hAverage Duration
Ticket₹12,661Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 571.1 km
  • Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Colombo Airport (CMB), Sri Lanka and Velankanni, India?

There is no direct connection from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Velankanni. However, you can fly to Trichy International Airport (TRZ), take the taxi to Tiruchchirapali, then take the train to Vellankanni. Alternatively, you can fly to Chennai International Airport (MAA), walk to Trisulam, take the line 16115 train to Tambaram, then take the train to Vellankanni.

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