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

The cheapest way to get from Kataragama to Negombo is to bus which costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 850 and takes 10h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kataragama to Negombo is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 37m and costs Rs. 50000 - Rs. 150000.

Is there a direct bus between Kataragama and Negombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kataragama to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Kataragama and arriving at Negombo via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Kataragama to Negombo?

The distance between Kataragama and Negombo is 309 km. The road distance is 238.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kataragama to Negombo without a car is to taxi and train which takes 8h 58m and costs Rs. 26000 - Rs. 37000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Kataragama to Negombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kataragama to Negombo bus from?

Kataragama to Negombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Kataragama station.

Bus or fly from Kataragama to Negombo?

The best way to get from Kataragama to Negombo is to bus which takes 10h 3m and costs Rs. 750 - Rs. 850. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs Rs. 17000 - Rs. 100000 and takes 26h 2m.

Where does the Kataragama to Negombo bus arrive?

Kataragama to Negombo bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Kataragama to Negombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kataragama to Negombo is 239 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Kataragama to Negombo.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kataragama to Negombo?

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Where can I stay near Negombo?

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Kataragama to Negombo - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kataragama to Negombo by taxi, train, bus, car, or plane

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Kataragama to Beliattataxi
2. Take the train from Beliatta to Maradanatrain Beliatta
8h 58m
Rs 26,908–36,098
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kataragama to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 32
10h 3m
Rs 750–850
Drive 238.6 km
1. Drive from Kataragama to Negombocar 238.6 km
4h 11m
Rs 10,565–15,260
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kataragama to Negombotaxi 238.6 km
4h 11m
Rs 39,000–47,000
Fly from Weerawila International Airport
1. Fly from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane WRZ - CMB
26h 2m
Rs 17,898–97,043
Taxi to Koggala, fly
1. Take the taxi from Kataragama to Koggala (KCT)taxi
2. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane KCT - CMB
2h 37m
Rs 54,077–140,982

Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

7Weekly Planes

25h 20mAverage Duration

Rs 12,599Cheapest Price

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Distance: 309.5 km
Duration: 8h 58m

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

National Transport Commission operates a bus from Kataragama to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 750–850 and the journey takes 8h. Alternatively, Cinnamon Air flies from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) once daily.

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