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Badulla to Puttalam

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Badulla, Sri Lanka → Puttalam, Sri Lanka

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Five ways to Travel from Badulla to Puttalam

Composite routes from Badulla to Puttalam

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Weerawila International Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$622.48

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Badulla Station to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
9h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.46
Train from Ragama to Noor
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.41

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Puttalam
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Superline Travels

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

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 Puttalam?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Puttalam is to train which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 14h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Puttalam is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $31.52 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Badulla Main Bus Station and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Noor Nagar via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 31m.

How far is it from Badulla to Puttalam?

The distance between Badulla and Puttalam is 403 km. The road distance is 244.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Badulla to Puttalam without a car is to bus which takes 9h 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Badulla to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Puttalam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Badulla to Puttalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Badulla to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Badulla to Puttalam is to bus which takes 9h 43m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.07 - $7.07 and takes 14h 31m.

Where does the Badulla to Puttalam bus arrive?

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

Where does the Badulla to Puttalam train arrive?

Badulla to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Puttalam is 244 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Badulla to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 100+ hotels available in Puttalam. Prices start at $19.04 per night.
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