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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Negombo to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Kegalle via Armour street and Nittambuwa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Negombo and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct train from Negombo to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Polgahawela via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Negombo to Kegalle?

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

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

The best way to get from Negombo to Kegalle without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Negombo to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Kegalle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Negombo to Kegalle train from?

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

Train or bus from Negombo to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Negombo to Kegalle is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs Rs. 3000 - Rs. 7000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nittambuwa, which costs and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Negombo to Kegalle bus arrive?

Negombo to Kegalle bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Armour street station.

Where does the Negombo to Kegalle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Negombo to Kegalle?

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

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 114+ hotels available in Kegalle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Negombo to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Polgahawelatrain Colombo / ...
2h 54m
Rs 3,087–6,645
Drive 65.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Negombo to Kegallecar 65.4 km
1h 19m
Rs 2,944–4,252
Bus via Nittambuwa
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Armour streetbus
2. Take the bus from Armour street to Nittambuwabus
3. Take the bus from Nittambuwa to Kegallebus
3h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Kegalletaxi 65.4 km
1h 19m
Rs 10,000–13,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Pettahbus
2. Take the bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kegallebus Colombo
3h 42m

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Distance: 93.5 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Negombo to Kegalle via Ragama and Polgahawela in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Negombo to Kegalle via Armour street and Nittambuwa in around 3h 28m.

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