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Are you looking for a cheap coach to Colombo? Compare all 5 coach companies to Colombo and find out departure and arrival times, all 9 coach stations in Colombo, travel times and of course the best prices for the 15 daily buses to Colombo.
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Local Time
Country Sri Lanka
Bus connections 15
bus stations 9
cheapest ride £10
Most popular coach operators
Sri Lanka Transport BoardAvro Travels & ToursMuthu TravelsPrince Travels
Other companies are Al Rashith Travels and Tours

Cheap bus tickets to Colombo

  • Sri Lanka Transport Board
    6h 15m
    0
    18:30
    Jaffna
    Jaffna Coach Stop
    00:45
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Transport Board
    Economy
    £10
  • Avro Travels & Tours
    11h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Jaffna
    Private Bus Stand
    07:00
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Avro Travels & Tours
    First Class
    £11
  • Sri Lanka Transport Board
    4h 25m
    0
    13:45
    Anuradhapura
    New Bus Station
    18:10
    Colombo
    Wellawatte Train Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Transport Board
    Economy
    £11
  • Avro Travels & Tours
    5h 59m
    0
    22:30
    Trincomalee
    Bus Station
    04:29
    Colombo
    Ramakrishna Mission Hall
    0
    Avro Travels & Tours
    Economy
    £12
  • Avro Travels & Tours
    11h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Jaffna
    Jaffna Coach Stop
    07:00
    Colombo
    Town Hall Bus Stop
    0
    Avro Travels & Tours
    First Class
    £13
  • Al Rashith Travels and Tours
    1h 45m
    0
    02:45
    Katunayaka
    Bus terminal Averiwatta
    04:30
    Colombo
    Ramakrishna Mission Hall
    0
    Al Rashith Travels and Tours
    Economy
    £13
  • Muthu Travels
    8h 20m
    0
    19:30
    Jaffna
    Jaffna Coach Stop
    03:50
    Colombo
    Ramakrishna Mission Hall
    0
    Muthu Travels
    Economy
    £13
  • Sri Lanka Transport Board
    11h 0m
    0
    20:15
    Jaffna
    Private Bus Stand
    07:15
    Colombo
    Wellawatte Train Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Transport Board
    Economy
    £15
  • Al Rashith Travels and Tours
    5h 0m
    0
    00:00
    Dambulla
    Dambula Bus Station
    05:00
    Colombo
    Ramakrishna Mission Hall
    0
    Al Rashith Travels and Tours
    Economy
    £16
  • Prince Travels
    7h 30m
    0
    21:00
    Jaffna
    Jaffna Coach Stop
    04:30
    Colombo
    Ramakrishna Mission Hall
    0
    Prince Travels
    Economy
    £16
  • Sri Lanka Transport Board
    11h 0m
    0
    20:15
    Jaffna
    Private Bus Stand
    07:15
    Colombo
    Wellawatte Train Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Transport Board
    Economy
    £20

Cheap train tickets to Colombo

  • Sri Lanka Railway
    2h 19m
    0
    06:48
    Galle
    Train Station
    09:07
    Colombo
    Fort Railway Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Railway
    First Class
    from £3
  • Sri Lanka Railway
    4h 35m
    0
    00:09
    Anuradhapura
    Anuradhapura Train Station
    04:44
    Colombo
    Fort Railway Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Railway
    Business
    from £3
  • Ella Odyssey
    2h 55m
    0
    14:30
    Kandy
    Railway Station
    17:25
    Colombo
    Fort Railway Station
    0
    Ella Odyssey
    Business
    from £23
  • Ella Odyssey
    2h 55m
    0
    14:30
    Kandy
    Railway Station
    17:25
    Colombo
    Fort Railway Station
    0
    Ella Odyssey
    First Class
    from £28

Cheap Carpooling to Colombo

  • Magical Sri Lanka
    0h 50m
    0
    11:00
    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
    11:50
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Magical Sri Lanka
    Premium Economy
    from £10
  • Tuktukdude Leisure
    4h 0m
    0
    10:00
    Kandy
    Kandy Clock Tower Coach Stop
    14:00
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Tuktukdude Leisure
    Premium Economy
    from £24
  • Real Lanka Holidays
    1h 0m
    0
    05:00
    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
    06:00
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Real Lanka Holidays
    Premium Economy
    from £25
  • Magical Sri Lanka
    2h 50m
    0
    10:00
    Kandy
    Kandy Clock Tower Coach Stop
    12:50
    Colombo
    Maradana Coach Stop
    0
    Magical Sri Lanka
    Economy
    from £52
On this page, we also show you the cheapest coach to Colombo over the next few days. You’ll also receive information about long-distance bus stops in Colombo which will help you find your way around. You will also find the most popular bus routes to Colombo.

Your route is not there? In the search bar, we have already filled Colombo as your destination. You just have to enter your place of departure. However, if you want to take the bus from Colombo, just click on the arrows to change the direction.

We have already set a default travel date. Generally, most people book 3-7 days in advance. If you want to check a specific date, simply select the corresponding day on the calendar to update your search.

Do you already know when you will return from Colombo? Then check the return trip straight away and simply select the appropriate date. Are you travelling with other people? Then indicate how many passengers are travelling with you to Colombo and start your search. The search results can be sorted by price, departure and arrival time. They can also be filtered according to stops or companies. Customize everything according to your needs.

By the way: If available, we will also show you information about other modes of transport, such as trains, carpooling and flights, with which you can get to Colombo.

All bus stops in Colombo

FAQs about the bus route to Colombo

Is there a direct coach to Colombo?

Whether there is a direct coach route to Colombo depends on which city you are travelling from. Therefore, simply enter your starting city in our search to find out if there is a direct coach connection to Colombo. In this context, keep in mind that depending on the travel date, there may be fewer direct connections.

What can I take with me on my bus ride to Colombo?

Depending on which provider you travel to Colombo with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. To find out whether you can take your bike, snowboard or skis with you, for example, simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment does the coach to Colombo have?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. Most coaches now have air conditioning, sockets and Wi-Fi on board. Services, such as Hand luggage and Extra space, are often free of charge. Some coach providers also offer additional services for an added fee, including Bulky luggage and Drinks. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment and services available on the coach to Colombo on your planned travel date.

Which coach stops are there in Colombo?

There is a total of 9 coach stops in Colombo. Most coaches stop at Central Bus Station. Check out our map of Colombo to find the coach stop that suits you best.

Which coach companies go to Colombo?

There are 5 coach providers going to Colombo: Sri Lanka Transport Board, Avro Travels & Tours, Muthu Travels, Prince Travels and Al Rashith Travels and Tours

How can I find the best coach deals to Colombo?

Find the best ticket deals to Colombo easily with CheckMyBus. Just enter your starting city and travel date in our search and start searching. You can then filter the results according to your needs or sort them by price or travel time.

How much could I save by comparing coaches to Colombo?

How much you can save depends on the city from where you are travelling to Colombo. Usually you can save more by booking your ticket highly in advance. To find the cheapest offer to Colombo, go to our search, enter your starting city and travel date, and then start searching to find all the possible options.

Why does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals to Colombo?

CheckMyBus connects directly to multiple real-time interfaces (APIs) to retrieve first-hand prices and schedules for 15 daily connections from 5 different operators, including real-time seat availability for bus trips to Colombo. With validated and constantly updated information from reliable sources, you can easily compare all available options and choose the one that suits you best.

How does the CheckMyBus technology work for trips to Colombo?

Matching 5 operators arriving at 9 stations in Colombo, resulting in 15 daily connections, requires advanced technology. CheckMyBus retrieves real-time data from booking partners and operators through direct API connections. All information is processed within our infrastructure and provided to you in real time - within milliseconds.

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The most searched bus routes to Colombo

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Colombo. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
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Cities near Colombo

Cities in and around Colombo, such as Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia, Negombo and Kandy, are also served by national and international coaches. You can find all available offers by including them in your search. Simply use the sorting option to the left of the results and directly compare all trips. Where timetables are available, we will also show other modes of transport in the local network.
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