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

The cheapest way to get from Port City Colombo to Negombo is to drive which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2600 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Port City Colombo to Negombo is to drive which takes 35 min and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 2600.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pettah and arriving at Negombo. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Port City Colombo station to Negombo. However, there are services departing from Fort Station and arriving at Negombo via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Port City Colombo to Negombo?

The distance between Port City Colombo and Negombo is 38 km. The road distance is 39.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Port City Colombo to Negombo without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs .

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

The bus from Pettah to Negombo takes 55 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Port City Colombo to Negombo?

The best way to get from Port City Colombo to Negombo is to bus which takes 55 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2200 - Rs. 6000 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Port City Colombo to Negombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Port City Colombo to Negombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Port City Colombo to Negombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Port City Colombo to Negombo is 39 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Port City Colombo to Negombo.

Where can I stay near Negombo?

There are 1395+ hotels available in Negombo.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pettah to Negombobus
55 min
Drive 39.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Port City Colombo to Negombocar 39.4 km
35 min
Rs 1,793–2,590
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Station to Ragamatrain Colombo / ...
2. Take the train from Ragama to Negombotrain Colombo
2h 9m
Rs 2,280–5,735
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port City Colombo to Negombotaxi 39.4 km
35 min
Rs 10,000–13,000

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Distance: 38 km
Duration: 55 min

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Pettah to Negombo twice daily, and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fort Station to Negombo via Ragama in around 2h 9m.

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