Colombo to Negombo by bus
Negombo lies 30 km (19 mi) north of Colombo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 48 min including stops, over roughly 37 km (23 mi) of road.
| Colombo | Negombo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka |
| Population | 648,034 | 137,223 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) |
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Common questions
How far is Negombo from Colombo?
30 km (19 mi) in a straight line, north of Colombo; by road roughly 37 km (23 mi).
How long does it take to get from Colombo to Negombo by bus?
About 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Colombo and Negombo?
No, both are on Asia/Colombo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.