Colombo to Nuwara Eliya Bus: Book Your Seat for Less

Q: What is the distance between Colombo and Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between these two places is a total of 107 mi.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 06:00 hours.

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

The ticket prices begin from $14.

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

The average number of daily departures is 4. 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 Colombo to Nuwara Eliya?

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 Colombo to Nuwara Eliya?

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.

Colombo to Nuwara Eliya Nuwara Eliya to Colombo

Between Colombo and Nuwara Eliya we found up to 4 bus departures. The earliest bus departure from Colombo is at 10:00 arriving to Nuwara Eliya at 16:00 the same day. While the latest bus departure is at 13:00 and arrives at 19:00 the same day. Prices for a one way adult ticket are $14.

Popular Departures

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

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

10:00 Bastian Mawatha Bus Station

6h 0min

16:00 Nuwara Eliya Main Bus Station

M-TICKET ECO FRIENDLY

from 13.8045 HRK

Best offer on 15. Jul

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13:00 Bastian Mawatha Bus Station

6h 0min

19:00 Nuwara Eliya Main Bus Station

M-TICKET ECO FRIENDLY

from 13.8045 HRK

Best offer on 15. Jul

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Traveling by bus from Colombo to Nuwara Eliya

The shortest travel distance between Colombo and Nuwara Eliya is 107 mi. 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 restroom.

Bus companies

AKMT Holidays is the name of the company operating this route. This company has not been rated yet.

Departure and arrival stations

If you're wanting more detailed information about either Colombo or Nuwara Eliya, including general information, station and stop information and other popular routes, you can follow the links below.

Colombo

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Nuwara Eliya

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Cheapest ticket prices

Adult ticket: $14 (One-Way) or $28 (Return).

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