Colombo to Batticaloa bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 7 daily bus departures available, including 7 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Colombo bus station at 19:30h, arriving at Batticaloa bus station at 03:30h the following day. While latest bus departs at 21:00h, arriving at 07:45h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Colombo and Batticaloa is 323 km.
The fastest bus which departs at 19:30 has a travel time of 08:00h.
The longest travel time on the route is 10:45h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet.
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 Batticaloa earlier, there
are 7 night buses from Colombo to Batticaloa.
The overnight buses depart between 19:30 and 21:00 and arrive between 03:30 and 07:45
the following day.
Below are the most popular night departures to Batticaloa:
Bus companies operating the Colombo to Batticaloa 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.
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