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

The cheapest way to get from Nelumdeniya to Colombo is to taxi and train which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3600 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelumdeniya to Colombo is to taxi and train which takes 29 min and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3600.

Is there a direct bus between Nelumdeniya and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelumdeniya to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Ambepussa and arriving at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Nelumdeniya and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Nelumdeniya to Colombo station. However, there are services departing from Alawwa and arriving at Fort Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Nelumdeniya to Colombo?

The distance between Nelumdeniya and Colombo is 72 km. The road distance is 64.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelumdeniya to Colombo without a car is to taxi and train which takes 29 min and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3600.

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

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Nelumdeniya to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelumdeniya to Colombo bus from?

Nelumdeniya to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Ambepussa station.

Where do I catch the Nelumdeniya to Colombo train from?

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

Train or bus from Nelumdeniya to Colombo?

The best way to get from Nelumdeniya to Colombo is to bus which takes 1h 21m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3600 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Nelumdeniya to Colombo bus arrive?

Nelumdeniya to Colombo bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Nelumdeniya to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nelumdeniya to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelumdeniya to Colombo is 65 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Nelumdeniya to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Colombo.

Nelumdeniya to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Nelumdeniya to Colombo by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Nelumdeniya to Alawwataxi
2. Take the train from Alawwa to Maradanatrain Kandy
29 min
Rs 1,788–3,595
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee-Colombo
1h 21m
Rs 2,825–3,220
Drive 64.9 km
1. Drive from Nelumdeniya to Colombocar 64.9 km
1h 5m
Rs 2,957–4,271
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nelumdeniya to Colombotaxi 64.9 km
1h 5m
Rs 17,000–22,000
Train
1. Take the train from Alawwa to Fort Stationtrain Kandy
1h 15m
Rs 1,788–3,595

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Distance: 72.5 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Superline Travels operates a bus from Ambepussa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,300–2,600 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Alawwa to Fort Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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