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Five ways to Travel from Badulla to Kilinochchi

Composite routes from Badulla to Kilinochchi

Cheapest
6 h 6 min
Car
330 km.
from $18
Other
6 h 6 min
Rideshare
330 km.
from $12.55
12 h 33 min
276 km.
from $20.04
14 h 13 min
276 km.
from $6.76
8 h 4 min
Plane, Bus
276 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Badulla Station to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
8h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.45
Train from Polgahawela Junction to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.30

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.18
Bus from Dambulla to Kilinochchi
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

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:
$3.56–$5.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Kilinochchi is to train which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 14h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Kilinochchi is to drive which takes 6h 8m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Kilinochchi?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla station to Kilinochchi. However, there are services departing from Badulla Main Bus Station and arriving at Kilinochchi via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Kilinochchi?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Kilinochchi. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Kilinochchi via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Badulla to Kilinochchi?

The distance between Badulla and Kilinochchi is 555 km. The road distance is 330.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Badulla to Kilinochchi without a car is to bus which takes 12h 33m and costs $10.87 - $17.39 .

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

It takes approximately 12h 33m to get from Badulla to Kilinochchi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Kilinochchi bus from?

Badulla to Kilinochchi bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Badulla Main Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Kilinochchi train from?

Badulla to Kilinochchi train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Badulla Station.

Train or bus from Badulla to Kilinochchi?

The best way to get from Badulla to Kilinochchi is to bus which takes 12h 33m and costs $10.87 - $17.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 14h 13m.

Where does the Badulla to Kilinochchi bus arrive?

Badulla to Kilinochchi bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Badulla to Kilinochchi train arrive?

Badulla to Kilinochchi train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Kilinochchi?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Kilinochchi is 330 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Badulla to Kilinochchi.

Where can I stay near Kilinochchi?

There are eight+ hotels available in Kilinochchi. Prices start at $11.78 per night.
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