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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Nallur is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 11h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Nallur is to fly which takes 5h 3m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 190000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Nallur?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Kantharmadam. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Nallur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Jaffna. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Colombo to Nallur?

The distance between Colombo and Nallur is 416 km. The road distance is 392.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Nallur without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs Rs. 2700.

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

The bus from Pettah to Kantharmadam takes 6h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Nallur bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Nallur train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Nallur?

The best way to get from Colombo to Nallur is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs Rs. 2700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 3400 and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 190000 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Colombo to Nallur bus arrive?

Colombo to Nallur bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kantharmadam station.

Where does the Colombo to Nallur train arrive?

Colombo to Nallur train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Jaffna station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Nallur?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Nallur is 393 km. It takes approximately 6h 34m to drive from Colombo to Nallur.

Where can I stay near Nallur?

There are 228+ hotels available in Nallur.

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There are 6 ways to get from Colombo to Nallur by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Kantharmadambus
6h 20m
Rs 2,700
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Jaffnatrain Colombo / ...
6h 40m
Rs 1,300–3,400
Drive 392.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Nallurcar 392.5 km
6h 34m
Rs 17,779–25,681
Fly to Sigiriya Airport, bus
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kachcheribus
5h 53m
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Jaffnabus Colombo
11h 20m
Rs 1,300–1,700
Fly to Jaffna
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Jaffna (JAF)plane CMB - JAF
5h 3m
Rs 99,775–181,607

Colombo to Nallur by bus

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6h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 416.4 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Kantharmadam once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700 and the journey takes 6h 20m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Colombo Fort to Jaffna 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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