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Badulla, Sri Lanka → Batticaloa, Sri Lanka

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Four ways to Travel from Badulla to Batticaloa

Composite routes from Badulla to Batticaloa

Cheapest
2 h 41 min
Car
157 km.
from $8
Other
2 h 41 min
Rideshare
157 km.
from $5.97
13 h 22 min
106 km.
from $18.54
15 h 21 min
106 km.
from $7.02

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 to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
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 Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$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 Batticaloa?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Batticaloa is to train which costs $2.72 - $8.70 and takes 15h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Batticaloa is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla station to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Badulla Main Bus Station and arriving at Batticaloa via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Batticaloa via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 21m.

How far is it from Badulla to Batticaloa?

The distance between Badulla and Batticaloa is 533 km. The road distance is 154.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Badulla to Batticaloa without a car is to bus which takes 13h 22m and costs $10.33 - $16.30 .

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

It takes approximately 13h 22m to get from Badulla to Batticaloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Batticaloa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Badulla to Batticaloa train from?

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

Train or bus from Badulla to Batticaloa?

The best way to get from Badulla to Batticaloa is to bus which takes 13h 22m and costs $10.33 - $16.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.72 - $8.70 and takes 15h 21m.

Where does the Badulla to Batticaloa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Badulla to Batticaloa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Badulla to Batticaloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Batticaloa is 154 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Badulla to Batticaloa.

Where can I stay near Batticaloa?

There are 46+ hotels available in Batticaloa. Prices start at $7.86 per night.
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