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

The cheapest way to get from Vaddukoddai to Colombo is to bus via Jaffna which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 2600 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vaddukoddai to Colombo is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000.

Is there a direct bus between Vaddukoddai and Colombo?

No, there is no direct bus from Vaddukoddai to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Kokuvil and arriving at Pettah via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Vaddukoddai and Colombo?

No, there is no direct train from Vaddukoddai to Colombo. However, there are services departing from Jaffna and arriving at Colombo Fort via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Vaddukoddai to Colombo?

The distance between Vaddukoddai and Colombo is 409 km. The road distance is 403.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vaddukoddai to Colombo without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 4400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Vaddukoddai to Colombo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vaddukoddai to Colombo bus from?

Vaddukoddai to Colombo bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Kokuvil station.

Where do I catch the Vaddukoddai to Colombo train from?

Vaddukoddai to Colombo train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Jaffna station.

Train, bus or fly from Vaddukoddai to Colombo?

The best way to get from Vaddukoddai to Colombo is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 4400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 3600 and takes 7h 14m, you could also fly, which costs Rs. 100000 - Rs. 220000 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Vaddukoddai to Colombo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vaddukoddai to Colombo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vaddukoddai to Colombo?

Yes, the driving distance between Vaddukoddai to Colombo is 403 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Vaddukoddai to Colombo.

Where can I stay near Colombo?

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Vaddukoddai to Colombo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Vaddukoddai to Colombo by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jaffna to Colombo Forttrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
6h 38m
Rs 2,078–4,320
Bus via Jaffna
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jaffna to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Jaffna
10h 29m
Rs 2,028–2,560
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kokuvil to Pettahbus
7h 14m
Rs 3,329–3,543
Drive 403.4 km
1. Drive from Vaddukoddai to Colombocar 403.4 km
6h 48m
Rs 18,151–26,218
Fly
1. Fly from Jaffna (JAF) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane JAF - CMB
4h 44m
Rs 104,553–212,245

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

16Weekly Planes

6h 13mAverage Duration

Rs 95,204Cheapest Price

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Distance: 409.1 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Jaffna to Colombo Fort 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,400 and the journey takes 6h 22m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Kokuvil to Pettah once daily. Tickets cost Rs 2,700–2,800 and the journey takes 7h 2m.

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