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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa

Composite routes from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa

Cheapest
5 h 10 min
Car
297 km.
from $16

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$1,079.81

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$9.27

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa is to train which costs $1.85 - $6.52 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa?

The fastest way to get from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo Fort and Batticaloa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Pettah and arriving at Batticaloa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Colombo Fort and Batticaloa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Fort Station station and arriving at Batticaloa. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa?

The distance between Colombo Fort and Batticaloa is 311 km. The road distance is 294.9 km.

How do I travel from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $7.61 - $7.93 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa?

The bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloa takes 6h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Batticaloa bus from?

Colombo Fort to Batticaloa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Pettah station.

Where do I catch the Colombo Fort to Batticaloa train from?

Colombo Fort to Batticaloa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Fort Station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa?

The best way to get from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa is to bus which takes 6h and costs $7.61 - $7.93 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.85 - $6.52 and takes 7h 17m, you could also fly, which costs $293.48 - $815.22 and takes 26h 2m.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Batticaloa bus arrive?

Colombo Fort to Batticaloa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Batticaloa station.

Where does the Colombo Fort to Batticaloa train arrive?

Colombo Fort to Batticaloa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Batticaloa station.

Can I drive from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo Fort to Batticaloa is 295 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa.

Where can I stay near Batticaloa?

There are 46+ hotels available in Batticaloa. Prices start at $7.86 per night.
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