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

The cheapest way to get from Negombo to Alawwa is to drive which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3500 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Negombo to Alawwa is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 3500.

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Alawwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Negombo to Alawwa. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Alawwa via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Negombo and Alawwa?

No, there is no direct train from Negombo to Alawwa. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Alawwa via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Negombo to Alawwa?

The distance between Negombo and Alawwa is 74 km. The road distance is 54.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Negombo to Alawwa without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Negombo to Alawwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Alawwa bus from?

Negombo to Alawwa bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Negombo station.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Alawwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Negombo to Alawwa?

The best way to get from Negombo to Alawwa is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs Rs. 2300 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Negombo to Alawwa bus arrive?

Negombo to Alawwa bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Negombo to Alawwa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Negombo to Alawwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo to Alawwa is 54 km. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Negombo to Alawwa.

Where can I stay near Alawwa?

There are 100+ hotels available in Alawwa.

Negombo to Alawwa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Negombo to Alawwa by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Negombo to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Alawwatrain Colombo
2h 44m
Rs 2,387–5,745
Bus
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Alawwabus
3h 13m
Drive 54.3 km
1. Drive from Negombo to Alawwacar 54.3 km
1h 4m
Rs 2,419–3,494
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Alawwataxi 54.3 km
1h 4m
Rs 9,000–11,000

Negombo to Alawwa by train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

Rs 2,387Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.6 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Negombo to Alawwa via Ragama in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Negombo to Alawwa via Pettah and Colombo in around 3h 13m.

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