What is the cheapest way to get from Galle to Negombo?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Negombo is to train which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle to Negombo?

The fastest way to get from Galle to Negombo is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs Rs. 18000 - Rs. 100000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Negombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Negombo via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Negombo?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Negombo via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Galle to Negombo?

The distance between Galle and Negombo is 166 km. The road distance is 152.8 km.

How do I travel from Galle to Negombo without a car?

The best way to get from Galle to Negombo without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Galle to Negombo?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Galle to Negombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Negombo bus from?

Galle to Negombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Galle station.

Where do I catch the Galle to Negombo train from?

Galle to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Galle station.

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Negombo?

The best way to get from Galle to Negombo is to fly which takes 1h 4m and costs Rs. 18000 - Rs. 100000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 24m, you could also train, which costs Rs. 1400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Galle to Negombo bus arrive?

Galle to Negombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo station.

Where does the Galle to Negombo train arrive?

Galle to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Galle to Negombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Negombo is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Galle to Negombo.

Where can I stay near Negombo?

There are 1389+ hotels available in Negombo.

Galle to Negombo - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Galle to Negombo by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
1h 4m
Rs 18,875–95,561
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galle to Maradanatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Negombotrain Colombo
5h 4m
Rs 1,403–5,868
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Galle to Bambalapitiyatrain Beliatta
2. Take the bus from Bambalapitiya to Negombobus
4h 19m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galle to Colombobus
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Negombobus
4h 24m
Drive 152.8 km
1. Drive from Galle to Negombocar 152.8 km
1h 56m
Rs 6,892–9,956
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Negombotaxi 152.8 km
1h 56m
Rs 23,000–28,000
Bus via Kadawatha
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawathabus Galle
2. Take the bus from Armour street to Negombobus
4h 45m

Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

Rs 10,805Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166 km
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Galle, Sri Lanka and Negombo, Sri Lanka?

Cinnamon Air flies from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galle to Negombo via Colombo and Pettah in around 4h 24m.

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