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

The cheapest way to get from Negombo to Kelaniya is to drive which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2200 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Negombo to Kelaniya is to drive which takes 32 min and costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2200.

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Kelaniya?

No, there is no direct bus from Negombo to Kelaniya. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Peliyagoda via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Negombo and Kelaniya?

No, there is no direct train from Negombo to Kelaniya. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Kelaniya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Negombo to Kelaniya?

The distance between Negombo and Kelaniya is 36 km. The road distance is 33.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Negombo to Kelaniya without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 34 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Negombo to Kelaniya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Kelaniya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Negombo to Kelaniya train from?

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

Train or bus from Negombo to Kelaniya?

The best way to get from Negombo to Kelaniya is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 4400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 38 min.

Where does the Negombo to Kelaniya bus arrive?

Negombo to Kelaniya bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Peliyagoda station.

Where does the Negombo to Kelaniya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Negombo to Kelaniya?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo to Kelaniya is 34 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Negombo to Kelaniya.

Where can I stay near Kelaniya?

There are 1674+ hotels available in Kelaniya.

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

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

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Wattalabus
2. Take the taxi from Wattala to Kelaniyataxi
34 min
Drive 33.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Negombo to Kelaniyacar 33.7 km
32 min
Rs 1,515–2,188
Train
1. Take the train from Negombo to Kelaniyatrain Puttalam
1h 16m
Rs 2,395–4,356
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Kelaniyataxi 33.7 km
32 min
Rs 9,000–11,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Peliyagodabus
38 min

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Distance: 36.1 km
Duration: 34 min

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Negombo to Kelaniya twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Negombo to Peliyagoda twice daily, and the journey takes 32 min.

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