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Chilaw, Sri Lanka → Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa

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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

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Chilaw to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.51–$1.40
Train from Ragama to Polonnaruwa
Ave. Duration:
6h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.52–$4.95

Bus operators

NCG Express

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

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Polonnaruwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa is to train which costs $2.93 - $7.07 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $271.74 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Chilaw and Polonnaruwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa. However, there are services departing from Chilaw and arriving at Polonnaruwa via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa?

The distance between Chilaw and Polonnaruwa is 235 km. The road distance is 195.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa without a car is to bus which takes 6h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chilaw to Polonnaruwa bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa?

The best way to get from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa is to bus which takes 6h 31m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.93 - $7.07 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Chilaw to Polonnaruwa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chilaw to Polonnaruwa is 195 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Chilaw to Polonnaruwa.

Where can I stay near Polonnaruwa?

There are 117+ hotels available in Polonnaruwa. Prices start at $6.87 per night.
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