What is the cheapest way to get from Negombo to Port City Colombo?

The cheapest way to get from Negombo to Port City Colombo is to drive which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2600 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Negombo to Port City Colombo?

The fastest way to get from Negombo to Port City Colombo is to drive which takes 34 min and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2600.

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Port City Colombo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Negombo and arriving at Pettah. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Negombo and Port City Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Negombo to Port City Colombo. However, there are services departing from Negombo and arriving at Colombo Fort via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Negombo to Port City Colombo?

The distance between Negombo and Port City Colombo is 42 km. The road distance is 39.4 km.

How do I travel from Negombo to Port City Colombo without a car?

The best way to get from Negombo to Port City Colombo without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Negombo to Port City Colombo?

The bus from Negombo to Pettah takes 50 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Port City Colombo bus from?

Negombo to Port City Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Negombo station.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Port City Colombo train from?

Negombo to Port City Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Negombo station.

Train or bus from Negombo to Port City Colombo?

The best way to get from Negombo to Port City Colombo is to bus which takes 50 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 6000 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Negombo to Port City Colombo bus arrive?

Negombo to Port City Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Negombo to Port City Colombo train arrive?

Negombo to Port City Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Negombo to Port City Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo to Port City Colombo is 39 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Negombo to Port City Colombo.

Where can I stay near Port City Colombo?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Port City Colombo.

Negombo to Port City Colombo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Negombo to Port City Colombo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Negombo to Pettahbus
50 min
Drive 39.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Negombo to Port City Colombocar 39.4 km
34 min
Rs 1,794–2,591
Train
1. Take the train from Negombo to Ragamatrain Puttalam
2. Take the train from Ragama to Colombo Forttrain Matale / ...
2h 6m
Rs 2,287–5,745
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Negombo to Port City Colombotaxi 39.4 km
34 min
Rs 10,000–13,000

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Distance: 42.2 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Negombo, Sri Lanka and Port City Colombo, Sri Lanka?

NCG Express operates a bus from Negombo to Pettah twice daily, and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Negombo to Colombo Fort via Ragama in around 2h 6m.

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