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Dambulla to Galle Fort

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3 h 38 min
256 km.
from $14
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Seven ways to Travel from Dambulla to Galle Fort

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Cheapest
By car (256 km)
3 h 38 min
256 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
3 h 38 min
256 km.
from $9.74
Bus
4 h 43 min
208 km.
from $13.50
Bus, Train
6 h 44 min
208 km.
from $9.03
Bus via Kesbewa
7 h 36 min
208 km.
from $5.43
Taxi, Plane
2 h 22 min
208 km.
from $377.83
Bus, Plane
2 h 56 min
208 km.
from $454.95

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$393.81–$1,016.29
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$495.44
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Galle
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Kadawatha
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Dambulla to Kadawatha
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kadawatha to Galle
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29
Bus from Dambulla to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67
Bus from Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center to Galle
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91

BIA Shuttle Service

Phone:
+94 112 264 444
Email:
Website:
airport.lk
Bus from Colombo City to Makumbura
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Galle Fort?

The cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Galle Fort is to bus and train which costs $1.96 - $14.13 and takes 6h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dambulla to Galle Fort?

The fastest way to get from Dambulla to Galle Fort is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 22m and costs $271.74 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Dambulla and Galle Fort?

No, there is no direct bus from Dambulla to Galle Fort station. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Galle Bus Station via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Dambulla to Galle Fort?

The distance between Dambulla and Galle Fort is 262 km. The road distance is 257 km.

How do I travel from Dambulla to Galle Fort without a car?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Galle Fort without a car is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $8.15 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from Dambulla to Galle Fort?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Dambulla to Galle Fort, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dambulla to Galle Fort bus from?

Dambulla to Galle Fort bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Dambulla station.

Bus or fly from Dambulla to Galle Fort?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Galle Fort is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $8.15 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $358.70 - $923.91 and takes 26h 7m.

Where does the Dambulla to Galle Fort bus arrive?

Dambulla to Galle Fort bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Can I drive from Dambulla to Galle Fort?

Yes, the driving distance between Dambulla to Galle Fort is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Dambulla to Galle Fort.

Where can I stay near Galle Fort?

There are 4024+ hotels available in Galle Fort. Prices start at $34.39 per night.
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