What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Tissa Wewa?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Tissa Wewa is to bus via Anuradhapura which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 2200 and takes 5h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Tissa Wewa?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Tissa Wewa is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 17m and costs Rs. 28000 - Rs. 140000.

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Tissa Wewa?

No, there is no direct bus from Colombo to Tissa Wewa. However, there are services departing from Pettah and arriving at Anuradhapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Tissa Wewa?

No, there is no direct train from Colombo to Tissa Wewa. However, there are services departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Anuradhapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Colombo to Tissa Wewa?

The distance between Colombo and Tissa Wewa is 219 km. The road distance is 191.5 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Tissa Wewa without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Tissa Wewa without a car is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Tissa Wewa?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Colombo to Tissa Wewa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Tissa Wewa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colombo to Tissa Wewa train from?

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

Train or bus from Colombo to Tissa Wewa?

The best way to get from Colombo to Tissa Wewa is to bus which takes 3h 36m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 4400 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Colombo to Tissa Wewa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colombo to Tissa Wewa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colombo to Tissa Wewa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Tissa Wewa is 191 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Colombo to Tissa Wewa.

Where can I stay near Tissa Wewa?

There are 560+ hotels available in Tissa Wewa.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Anuradhapurabus
3h 36m
Bus via Anuradhapura
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapurabus 15-1-1 / ...
5h 52m
Rs 1,827–2,191
Train
1. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapuratrain Colombo / ...
3h 52m
Rs 2,353–4,386
Drive 191.5 km
1. Drive from Colombo to Tissa Wewacar 191.5 km
3h 33m
Rs 8,549–12,348
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
2. Take the taxi from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Tissa Wewataxi
2h 17m
Rs 27,975–137,107

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

14Weekly Planes

30 minAverage Duration

Rs 14,711Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.3 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Colombo, Sri Lanka and Tissa Wewa, North Central, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Anuradhapura twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, 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.

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