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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chilaw to Kataragama

Composite routes from Chilaw to Kataragama

Cheapest
4 h 20 min
Car
332 km.
from $18
Other
3 h 38 min
Taxi, Plane
212 km.
from $490.23
9 h 58 min
212 km.
Select a ticket
4 h 41 min
Taxi, Plane
212 km.
from $471.85
5 h 23 min
Bus, Plane
212 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hatton
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$330.30–$457.33
Plane from Koggala to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$355.70

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
Bus from Chilaw to Mahabage
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kataragama
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.67–$4.70
Bus from Kadawatha to Galle
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Kataragama is to drive which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Kataragama is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 38m and costs $347.83 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Kataragama?

No, there is no direct bus from Chilaw to Kataragama. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Kataragama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

How far is it from Chilaw to Kataragama?

The distance between Chilaw and Kataragama is 368 km. The road distance is 332.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chilaw to Kataragama without a car is to bus which takes 9h 58m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Chilaw to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Kataragama bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chilaw to Kataragama?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Kataragama is to bus which takes 9h 58m and costs . There are no good options to train or fly between Chilaw to Kataragama.

Where does the Chilaw to Kataragama bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chilaw to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Kataragama is 332 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Chilaw to Kataragama.

Where can I stay near Kataragama?

There are 364+ hotels available in Kataragama. Prices start at $64.85 per night.
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