What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 11h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai?

The fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 190000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo Fort and Urumpirai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Urumpirai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo Fort and Urumpirai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Inuvil. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai?

The distance between Colombo Fort and Urumpirai is 422 km. The road distance is 396.8 km.

How do I travel from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai without a car is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs Rs. 2700.

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai?

The bus from Pettah to Urumpirai takes 6h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Urumpirai bus from?

Colombo Fort to Urumpirai bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Urumpirai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400 and takes 6h 50m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 95000 - Rs. 190000 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Urumpirai bus arrive?

Colombo Fort to Urumpirai bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Urumpirai station.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Urumpirai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo Fort to Urumpirai is 397 km. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Colombo Fort to Urumpirai.

Where can I stay near Urumpirai?

There are 249+ hotels available in Urumpirai.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Urumpiraibus
6h 35m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Inuviltrain Colombo / ...
6h 50m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Drive 396.8 km
1. Drive from Colombo Fort to Urumpiraicar 396.8 km
6h 43m
Rs 18,033–26,047
Fly
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
4h 55m
Rs 99,713–181,538
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
11h 37m
Rs 1,300–1,700

Colombo Fort to Urumpirai by foot and bus

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6h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 422.2 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Colombo Fort, Sri Lanka and Urumpirai, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Urumpirai once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Inuvil twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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