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

The cheapest way to get from Kuchchaveli to Colombo is to train which costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuchchaveli to Colombo is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs Rs. 12000 - Rs. 19000.

Is there a direct bus between Kuchchaveli and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuchchaveli to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Palampoddaru and arriving at Colombo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Kuchchaveli and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Kuchchaveli to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Trincomalee and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Kuchchaveli to Colombo?

The distance between Kuchchaveli and Colombo is 286 km. The road distance is 282.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuchchaveli to Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Kuchchaveli to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuchchaveli to Colombo bus from?

Kuchchaveli to Colombo bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Palampoddaru station.

Where do I catch the Kuchchaveli to Colombo train from?

Kuchchaveli to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Trincomalee station.

Train or bus from Kuchchaveli to Colombo?

The best way to get from Kuchchaveli to Colombo is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 7500 and takes 7h.

Where does the Kuchchaveli to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kuchchaveli to Colombo train arrive?

Kuchchaveli to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Kuchchaveli to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuchchaveli to Colombo is 283 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Kuchchaveli to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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Kuchchaveli to Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Kuchchaveli to Colombo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Palampoddaru to Colombobus
5h 37m
Rs 5,315–6,559
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Trincomalee to Fort Stationtrain Trincomalee
7h
Rs 4,800–7,437
Drive 282.7 km
1. Drive from Kuchchaveli to Colombocar 282.7 km
4h 36m
Rs 12,884–18,609
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Kuchchaveli to Thambalagamuwataxi
2. Take the bus from Thambalagamuwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee
7h 15m
Rs 5,824–8,738

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Distance: 286.4 km
Duration: 5h 37m

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Palampoddaru to Colombo once daily. Tickets cost Rs 950–1,400 and the journey takes 4h 54m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Trincomalee to Fort Station twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,300 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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