Rome2Rio

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

Find Transport to Velankanni

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

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

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

  1. Fly to Trichy International Airport, bus

    best
    1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Trichy International Airport (TRZ)plane plane CMB - TRZ
    2. Take the bus from Tiruchirappalli to Velankanni Bus standbus bus
    5h 35m

  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 27m
    ₹10,743–23,312

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

Calendar8Weekly Planes
Duration1hAverage Duration
Ticket₹10,442Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Velankanni.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 577.9 km
  • Duration: 5h 35m

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 Tiruchirappalli, then take the bus to Velankanni Bus stand. 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.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including How to get from Heathrow Airport into central London, The beginner’s guide to the 2018 World Nomad Games, and Travelling Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast by boat, bus, car and train - to help you get the most out of your next trip.