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

The cheapest way to get from Palaly to Colombo is to train via Tellipallai which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 4300 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palaly to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 210000.

Is there a direct bus between Palaly and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Palaly to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Tellippalai and arriving at Pettah via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Palaly and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Palaly to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Kankesanturai and arriving at Colombo Fort via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Palaly to Colombo?

The distance between Palaly and Colombo is 323 km. The road distance is 400.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Palaly to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 4100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Palaly to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palaly to Colombo bus from?

Palaly to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Tellippalai station.

Where do I catch the Palaly to Colombo train from?

Palaly to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kankesanturai station.

Train, bus or fly from Palaly to Colombo?

The best way to get from Palaly to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 210000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1800 - Rs. 4100 and takes 7h 4m, you could also bus, which costs Rs. 3400 - Rs. 3700 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Palaly to Colombo bus arrive?

Palaly to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Palaly to Colombo train arrive?

Palaly to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Palaly to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Palaly to Colombo is 401 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Palaly to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

There are 1351+ hotels available in Colombo.

Palaly to Colombo - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Palaly to Colombo by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 10m
Rs 105,975–205,052
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kankesanturai to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
7h 4m
Rs 1,891–4,098
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tellippalai to Pettahbus
7h 45m
Rs 3,451–3,687
Drive 400.6 km
1. Drive from Palaly to Colombocar 400.6 km
6h 46m
Rs 18,092–26,133
Train via Tellipallai
1. Take the train from Tellipallai to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai / ...
7h 43m
Rs 2,040–4,275
Bus via Jaffna
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
10h 41m
Rs 2,477–3,091

Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

6Weekly Planes

3h 45mAverage Duration

Rs 97,374Cheapest Price

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Distance: 323.1 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

IndiGo Airlines flies from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) 6 times a week. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Kankesanturai to Colombo Fort 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 52m.

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