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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya

Composite routes from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest
2 h 32 min
Car
143 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
NCG Express
Website
Superline Travels
Website
National Transport Commission
Website
Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT
Website
NCG Express
Website
1h
Once daily
+94 76 714 8292
+94 76 714 8292
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Superline Travels
Website
3h 20m
Once daily
$7.50–$7.93
+94 777 382 186
+94 777 382 186
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
National Transport Commission
Website
3h 20m
Every 20 minutes
$1.30–$2.28
0112587372
0112587372
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT
Website
5h 50m
Once daily
$2.28
+94 112 581 120
+94 112 581 120
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya?

The cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs $2.61 - $10.33 and takes 8h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya?

The fastest way to get from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $19.57 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Dambulla and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Dambulla and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Dambulla and Nuwara Eliya is 306 km. The road distance is 146.2 km.

How do I travel from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya without a car?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $2.61 - $10.33 .

How long does it take to get from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya?

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya bus from?

Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Dambulla station.

Where does the Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Dambulla and Nuwara Eliya?

It is currently 09:50 at both, Dambulla and Nuwara Eliya.

Can I drive from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya is 146 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Dambulla to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 740+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya. Prices start at $90.72 per night.
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