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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chilaw to Dambulla

Composite routes from Chilaw to Dambulla

Cheapest
2 h 6 min
Car
129 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Chilaw to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Kurunegala to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.64–$9.15

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kurunegala to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.57–$1.08
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Dambulla is to drive which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Dambulla is to taxi and fly which takes 1h 49m and costs $260.87 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Dambulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Chilaw to Dambulla. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Dambulla via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Chilaw to Dambulla?

The distance between Chilaw and Dambulla is 130 km. The road distance is 129.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chilaw to Dambulla without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs $38.04 - $53.26 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Chilaw to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Dambulla bus from?

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

Where does the Chilaw to Dambulla bus arrive?

Chilaw to Dambulla bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Can I drive from Chilaw to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Dambulla is 129 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Chilaw 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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