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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Badulla to Dambulla

Composite routes from Badulla to Dambulla

Cheapest
2 h 51 min
Car
148 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Badulla Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
10h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.72

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Hali-Ela to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.51–$9.02
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.51–$9.02

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.40–$2.67

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.43–$4.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Badulla to Dambulla?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Dambulla is to train and bus which costs $2.72 - $7.61 and takes 14h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Badulla to Dambulla?

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Dambulla is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Dambulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla to Dambulla. However, there are services departing from Hali-Ela and arriving at Dambulla via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

How far is it from Badulla to Dambulla?

The distance between Badulla and Dambulla is 377 km. The road distance is 148.9 km.

How do I travel from Badulla to Dambulla without a car?

The best way to get from Badulla to Dambulla without a car is to bus which takes 9h 38m and costs $8.15 - $10.33 .

How long does it take to get from Badulla to Dambulla?

It takes approximately 9h 38m to get from Badulla to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Dambulla bus from?

Badulla to Dambulla bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Hali-Ela station.

Where does the Badulla to Dambulla bus arrive?

Badulla to Dambulla bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Dambulla is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Badulla to Dambulla.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 754+ hotels available in Dambulla. Prices start at $19.99 per night.
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