What is the bus route number from Colombo to Anuradhapura.
3 Answers from travellers
To travel from Colombo to Anuradhapura, you should look for bus route numbers 15 or 87 at the massive Bastian Mawatha bus terminal in Pettah.
It is highly recommended to seek out the private, air conditioned mini buses for this journey. They are slightly more expensive than the red government buses but are significantly faster and much more comfortable for the five hour trip.
Route 15 usually heads towards Jaffna or Vavuniya, while route 87 goes directly to Anuradhapura. Both routes will drop you right in the center of the ancient city.
Scam Watch: colombo
Driver claims the meter is broken and quotes an inflated flat rate. Common on arrival at airport or railway stations when tourists are tired and disoriented.
Drivers wearing official-looking uniforms claim to be "government-approved" and charge 3-5x normal rates. They may have fake badges or ID cards.
Women with babies approach asking you to buy milk powder at a nearby shop (not cash). The shop is run by accomplices and charges 5-10x normal price.
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