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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya is to bus via Vavuniya which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1400 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs Rs. 11000 - Rs. 17000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo Fort and Vavuniya?

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

Is there a direct train between Colombo Fort and Vavuniya?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Vavuniya. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya?

The distance between Colombo Fort and Vavuniya is 270 km. The road distance is 256.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs Rs. 2152.

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

The bus from Pettah to Vavuniya takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs Rs. 2152. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3200 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Vavuniya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo Fort to Vavuniya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo Fort to Vavuniya is 256 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya.

Where can I stay near Vavuniya?

There are 11+ hotels available in Vavuniya.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Vavuniyabus
4h 20m
Rs 2,152
Bus via Vavuniya
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Vavuniyabus Colombo
7h 7m
Rs 850–1,398
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Vavuniyatrain Colombo / ...
4h 43m
Rs 1,300–3,200
Drive 256.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo Fort to Vavuniyacar 256.1 km
4h 12m
Rs 11,667–16,852
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Vavuniyabus
3h 59m

Colombo Fort to Vavuniya by foot and bus

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 270 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Vavuniya 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 2,152 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Vavuniya 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 4h 43m.

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