| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Lakpura | Comfort 3pax | Any time | +30m | $31.00 | |
Bus | AKMT Holidays | Tourist | 02:00 | 04:00 | $10.00 | |
Bus | Prince Travels | Tourist AC | 03:40 | 04:30 | $17.00 | |
Bus | Muthu Travels | Tourist AC | 04:30 | 09:30 | $13.50 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 06:30 | 07:16 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 06:50 | 07:36 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 07:37 | 08:23 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 09:00 | 09:46 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 10:26 | 11:12 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 13:00 | 13:46 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 14:00 | 14:46 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 16:52 | 17:38 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 17:09 | 17:55 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 18:25 | 19:11 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 19:15 | 20:01 | $0.30 | |
Train | SL Railway Commuter | Unreserved 3rd Class | 20:10 | 20:56 | $0.30 |
Travelling between Negombo and Colombo is possible by Bus, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 117.62 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 33.52.
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 5 hours to travel between Negombo and Colombo depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Negombo and Colombo. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 30m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 5h to reach Colombo.
Travelling between Negombo and Colombo can be as cheap as USD 33.52 if you opt for a Magical Sri Lanka taxi and as expensive as USD 117.62 if you buy a TaxiBazaar taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Negombo to Colombo.
Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Muthu Travels, Prince Travels
Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Ceylon Roots, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Lakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka (Stef Lanka Tours)
Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.
Magical Sri Lanka
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with taxi remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
| Cheapest Transport | $16 |
| Fastest Transport | 30m |
| Earliest Departure | 12:00 午前 |
| Latest Departure | 4:30 午前 |
| Departures per day | 21 |
| Distance | 41 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Ceylon Roots, Lakpura, Magical Sri Lanka, Muthu Travels, Prince Travels, Real Lanka Holidays, TaxiBazaar, Tours with Stef Lanka |