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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bandarawela to Dambulla

Composite routes from Bandarawela to Dambulla

Cheapest
3 h 15 min
Car
174 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Bandarawela to Fort
Ave. Duration:
8h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.21

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Bandarawela to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
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 Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67
Bus from Welimada to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bandarawela to Dambulla is to train and bus which costs $2.72 - $7.07 and takes 12h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bandarawela to Dambulla is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Bandarawela and Dambulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Bandarawela to Dambulla. However, there are services departing from Bandarawela and arriving at Dambulla via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

How far is it from Bandarawela to Dambulla?

The distance between Bandarawela and Dambulla is 349 km. The road distance is 174.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bandarawela to Dambulla without a car is to bus which takes 9h 7m and costs $8.70 - $10.33 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 7m to get from Bandarawela to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bandarawela to Dambulla bus from?

Bandarawela to Dambulla bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Bandarawela station.

Where does the Bandarawela to Dambulla bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bandarawela to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Bandarawela to Dambulla is 175 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Bandarawela to Dambulla.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 739+ hotels available in Dambulla. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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