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Anuradhapura to Colombo Bus

Q: What is the distance between Anuradhapura and Colombo?

The distance between these two places is a total of 126 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Anuradhapura and Colombo?

The average travel time between the stations is 05:52 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Anuradhapura to Colombo?

The ticket prices begin from $5.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Anuradhapura to Colombo?

The average number of daily departures is 10. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Anuradhapura to Colombo?

The majority of the buses are direct buses, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Anuradhapura to Colombo?

All the buses have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

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Anuradhapura to Colombo Route Summary

Anuradhapura to Colombo bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 10 daily bus departures available, including %countNightTrains% night trains. The earliest bus departs from Anuradhapura bus station at 13:45h, arriving at Colombo bus station at 18:10h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:55h, arriving at 07:55h the following day.

Departure station and country Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Arrival station and country Colombo, Sri Lanka

Travel Distance 126 mi

Average Trip Duration 05h 52min

Total Departures 10

Popular Operators Sri Lanka Bus Service, Prince Travels

Lowest Price $5

Transportation Options Bus, Train, Minivan

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular bus departures from Anuradhapura to Colombo:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

19:30 Anuradhapura

5h 30min

DIRECT

01:00 Colombo

Prince Travels

from 18.0479 HRK

Best offer on 29. Jul

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20:00 Anuradhapura

5h 15min

DIRECT

01:15 Colombo

Prince Travels

from 18.0479 HRK

Best offer on 29. Jul

pick a date

21:00 Anuradhapura

5h 15min

DIRECT

02:15 Colombo

Prince Travels

from 18.0479 HRK

Best offer on 29. Jul

pick a date

Getting from Anuradhapura and Colombo by bus

The shortest travel distance between Anuradhapura and Colombo is 126 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 23:15 has a travel time of 03:45h. The longest travel time on the route is 08:00h. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Colombo earlier, there are 8 night buses and 1 overnight train departing from Anuradhapura to Colombo. The overnight journeys start at 19:30 depending on whether you're travelling by bus or train and arrive as early as 01:00 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Colombo:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

19:30 Anuradhapura

5h 30min

DIRECT

01:00 Colombo

Prince Travels

from 18.0479 HRK

Best offer on 29. Jul

pick a date

20:00 Anuradhapura

5h 15min

DIRECT

01:15 Colombo

Prince Travels

from 18.0479 HRK

Best offer on 29. Jul

pick a date

21:00 Anuradhapura

5h 15min

DIRECT

02:15 Colombo

Prince Travels

from 18.0479 HRK

Best offer on 29. Jul

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Anuradhapura to Colombo route

There is a total of 3 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.

Sri Lanka Bus Service

Prince Travels

Muthu Travels

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Anuradhapura or Colombo bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Anuradhapura

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Colombo

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Colombo here

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $5 (One-Way) or $10 (Return).

Travel reviews for Anuradhapura to Colombo bus

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