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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Nachchaduwa is to bus via Anuradhapura which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 2700 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Nachchaduwa is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 8m and costs Rs. 29000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Nachchaduwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Nachchaduwa. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Anuradhapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Nachchaduwa?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Nachchaduwa. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Anuradhapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Colombo to Nachchaduwa?

The distance between Colombo and Nachchaduwa is 220 km. The road distance is 206.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Nachchaduwa without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 5500.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Colombo to Nachchaduwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Nachchaduwa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Nachchaduwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Nachchaduwa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Nachchaduwa is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 5500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Colombo to Nachchaduwa bus arrive?

Colombo to Nachchaduwa bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Where does the Colombo to Nachchaduwa train arrive?

Colombo to Nachchaduwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Nachchaduwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Nachchaduwa is 206 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Colombo to Nachchaduwa.

Where can I stay near Nachchaduwa?

There are 585+ hotels available in Nachchaduwa.

Colombo to Nachchaduwa - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Colombo to Nachchaduwa by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Nachchaduwataxi
2h 8m
Rs 29,475–146,107
Bus via Anuradhapura
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapurabus 15-1-1 / ...
6h 5m
Rs 2,227–2,691
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapuratrain Colombo / ...
4h 6m
Rs 2,953–5,086
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Anuradhapurabus
4h 10m
Drive 206.1 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Nachchaduwacar 206.1 km
3h 24m
Rs 9,270–13,390

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 15,964Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.9 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Anuradhapura twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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