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

The cheapest way to get from Kegalle to Negombo is to drive which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 4300 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kegalle to Negombo is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 4300.

Is there a direct bus between Kegalle and Negombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kegalle to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Alawwa and arriving at Negombo via Technical Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Kegalle and Negombo?

No, there is no direct train from Kegalle to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Polgahawela and arriving at Negombo via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Kegalle to Negombo?

The distance between Kegalle and Negombo is 93 km. The road distance is 65.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kegalle to Negombo without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Kegalle to Negombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kegalle to Negombo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kegalle to Negombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Kegalle to Negombo?

The best way to get from Kegalle to Negombo is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Kegalle to Negombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kegalle to Negombo train arrive?

Kegalle to Negombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Kegalle to Negombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kegalle to Negombo is 65 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Kegalle to Negombo.

Where can I stay near Negombo?

There are 1377+ hotels available in Negombo.

Kegalle to Negombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Kegalle to Negombo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Polgahawela to Ragamatrain Badulla / ...
2. Take the train from Ragama to Negombotrain Colombo
2h 57m
Rs 3,036–6,670
Drive 65.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kegalle to Negombocar 65.4 km
1h 19m
Rs 2,951–4,262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alawwa to Colombobus
2. Take the bus from Technical Junction to Negombobus
3h 33m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kegalle to Negombotaxi 65.4 km
1h 19m
Rs 10,000–13,000
Train via Tismalpola
1. Take the train from Tismalpola to Ragamatrain Kandy
2. Take the train from Ragama to Negombotrain Colombo
3h 11m
Rs 3,016–6,646

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Distance: 93.4 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a vehicle from Kegalle to Negombo via Polgahawela and Ragama in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kegalle to Negombo via Alawwa, Colombo, and Technical Junction in around 3h 33m.

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