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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Badulla to Anuradhapura

Composite routes from Badulla to Anuradhapura

Cheapest
4 h
Car
213 km.
from $11

Transport providers

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 Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.67
Train from Badulla Station to Fort
Ave. Duration:
10h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.97

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:
$8.77–$9.27
Bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.16–$3.81

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 Anuradhapura?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Anuradhapura is to train which costs $1.96 - $6.52 and takes 12h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Anuradhapura is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $28.26 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Hali-Ela and arriving at Anuradhapura via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Anuradhapura via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Badulla to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Badulla and Anuradhapura is 441 km. The road distance is 211.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Badulla to Anuradhapura without a car is to bus which takes 11h 21m and costs $9.24 - $11.96 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 21m to get from Badulla to Anuradhapura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Anuradhapura bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Badulla to Anuradhapura train from?

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

Train or bus from Badulla to Anuradhapura?

The best way to get from Badulla to Anuradhapura is to bus which takes 11h 21m and costs $9.24 - $11.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.96 - $6.52 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Badulla to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

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

Where does the Badulla to Anuradhapura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Badulla to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Anuradhapura is 212 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Badulla to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 419+ hotels available in Anuradhapura. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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