How to Travel from
Colombo to Polonnaruwa
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Cheapest
By car (215 km)
3 h 34 min
215 km.
from $11
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:
$206.52–$434.78
Train operators
Sri Lanka Railways
Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Polonnaruwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.41–$4.57
Bus operators
Superline Travels
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Polonnaruwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.50–$7.93
National Transport Commission
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.28
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?
The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa is to train which costs $2.61 - $5.98 and takes 4h 46m.
What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?
The fastest way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa is to fly which takes 2h 2m and costs $250 - $315.22 .
Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Polonnaruwa?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Pettah and arriving at Polonnaruwa. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 1m.
How far is it from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?
The distance between Colombo and Polonnaruwa is 214 km. The road distance is 214.9 km.
How do I travel from Colombo to Polonnaruwa without a car?
The best way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa without a car is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs $7.50 - $7.93 .
How long does it take to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?
It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Colombo to Polonnaruwa bus from?
Colombo to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Pettah station.
Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?
The best way to get from Colombo to Polonnaruwa is to fly which takes 2h 2m and costs $250 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.50 - $7.93 and takes 4h 1m, you could also train, which costs $2.61 - $5.98 and takes 4h 46m.
Where does the Colombo to Polonnaruwa bus arrive?
Colombo to Polonnaruwa bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Polonnaruwa station.
Can I drive from Colombo to Polonnaruwa?
Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Polonnaruwa is 215 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Colombo 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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