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Country Sri Lanka
Bus Routes 4
Bus Stations 7
Cheapest Trip $9
Most popular Bus Companies
Sri Lanka Transport BoardSuperlineAvro Travels & ToursAKMT Holidays

Cheap bus tickets to Colombo

  • Sri Lanka Transport Board
    2h 15m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Matara
    Expressway Busbahnhof
    11:45 PM
    Colombo
    Bastian Mawatha Bus Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Transport Board
    Basic
    $9
  • AKMT Holidays
    2h 30m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Galle
    Central Bus Station
    11:30 AM
    Colombo
    Bastian Mawatha Bus Station
    0
    AKMT Holidays
    Economy
    $13
  • Superline
    7h 0m
    0
    11:00 PM
    Trincomalee
    Bus Station
    6:00 AM
    Colombo
    Bastian Mawatha Bus Station
    0
    Superline
    First Class
    $14
  • Avro Travels & Tours
    5h 59m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Trincomalee
    Bus Station
    4:29 AM
    Colombo
    Ramakrishna Mission Hall
    0
    Avro Travels & Tours
    Economy
    $16
  • Avro Travels & Tours
    11h 0m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Jaffna
    Private Bus Stand
    7:00 AM
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Avro Travels & Tours
    First Class
    $16

Cheap train tickets to Colombo

  • Sri Lanka Railway
    2h 35m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Kandy
    Train Station
    8:50 AM
    Colombo
    Fort Railway Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Railway
    Business
    from $4
  • Sri Lanka Railway
    2h 19m
    0
    6:48 AM
    Galle
    Train Station
    9:07 AM
    Colombo
    Fort Railway Station
    0
    Sri Lanka Railway
    First Class
    from $5
  • Ella Odyssey
    9h 40m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Ella
    Railway Station
    8:10 PM
    Colombo
    Fort Railway Station
    0
    Ella Odyssey
    Business
    from $44
  • Ella Odyssey
    9h 40m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Ella
    Railway Station
    8:10 PM
    Colombo
    Fort Railway Station
    0
    Ella Odyssey
    First Class
    from $50

Cheap Carpooling to Colombo

  • Magical Sri Lanka
    0h 50m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
    11:50 AM
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Magical Sri Lanka
    Premium Economy
    from $12
  • Real Lanka Holidays
    1h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
    Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
    12:00 PM
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Real Lanka Holidays
    Premium Economy
    from $34
  • Travel Lanka
    2h 0m
    0
    1:00 AM
    Bentota
    Aluthgama Bus deport
    3:00 AM
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Travel Lanka
    Economy
    from $55
  • Le Ceylan
    3h 30m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Dambulla
    Dambula Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Colombo
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Le Ceylan
    Premium Economy
    from $114
On this page, we also show you the cheapest bus tickets to Colombo over the next few days. You’ll also receive information about intercity 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 by bus from Colombo? Then check the return trip straight away and simply select the appropriate date. Are you travelling to Colombo with other people? Then indicate how many passengers are joining you 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 transportation, 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 bus to Colombo?

Whether there is a direct bus route to Colombo depends on which city you are traveling from. Therefore, simply enter your starting city in our search to find out whether there is a direct bus 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 bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment and amenities does the bus to Colombo have?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. Most buses now have air conditioning, sockets and Wi-Fi on board. Services, such as Hand luggage and Extra space, are often free of charge. Some bus 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 bus to Colombo on your planned travel date.

Which bus stops are there in Colombo?

There is a total of 7 bus stops in Colombo. Most buses stop at Central Bus Station. Check out our map of Colombo to find the bus stop that suits you best.

Which bus companies go to Colombo?

There are 4 bus providers going to Colombo: Sri Lanka Transport Board, Superline, Avro Travels & Tours and AKMT Holidays

How can I find the best bus-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 buses 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.

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The most searched bus routes to Colombo

Here you´ll find the most popular bus routes to Colombo. Simply click on a connection and check further details on your preferred 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 buses. 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 schedules are available, we will also show other modes of transportation in the local network.
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