Colombo to Nuwara Eliya Bus
Colombo to Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya to Colombo
Colombo to Nuwara Eliya Route Summary
Colombo to Nuwara Eliya bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 2 daily bus departures available. The earliest bus departs from Colombo bus station at 10:00h, arriving at Nuwara Eliya bus station at 16:00h the same day. While latest bus departs at 13:00h, arriving at 19:00h, h hours later.
Departure station and country
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Arrival station and country
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Travel Distance
172 km
Average Trip Duration
06h 00min
Total Departures
2
Lowest Price
€12
Transportation Options
Bus, Train, Minivan
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Getting from Colombo and Nuwara Eliya by bus
The shortest travel distance between Colombo and Nuwara Eliya is 172 km. The fastest bus which departs at 10:00 has a travel time of 06:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 06:00h. 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 Nuwara Eliya earlier, there
aren't any overnight buses, however we have 1 overnight train departing from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya.
As mentioned earlier, there are no overnight buses for this route. However the overnight train departs at 20:30 and arrive in Nuwara Eliya at 03:45
, hours later.
Bus companies operating the Colombo to Nuwara Eliya route
There is a total of 7 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.Departure and arrival stations
For more details about Colombo or Nuwara Eliya bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
 Colombo
You can see information about the departure station and stops Colombo here
 Nuwara Eliya
Click here to open location in google maps.Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.Adult ticket: €12 (One-Way) or €24 (Return).
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Other popular destinations from Colombo
If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Colombo, below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:Other popular destinations from Nuwara Eliya
If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Nuwara Eliya, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between Colombo and Nuwara Eliya?
What is the average travel time between Colombo and Nuwara Eliya?
How much is a bus ticket from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya?
How many daily departures are there from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya?
How many direct buses are there from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya?
What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya?
How do I get from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya by bus?
How can I find out which buses run between Colombo to Nuwara Eliya?
When do the earliest and latest bus leave Colombo?
Do I have to print my ticket for Colombo to Nuwara Eliya?
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