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How to Travel from

Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
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
Plane from Koggala to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$266.78–$457.33

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Galle to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.92
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.67

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya?

The cheapest way to get from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs $2.17 - $4.13 and takes 9h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya?

The fastest way to get from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $434.78 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle Fort and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle Fort station to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centra and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Galle Fort and Nuwara Eliya is 281 km. The road distance is 259.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 2m and costs $1.96 - $8.70 .

How long does it take to get from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya bus from?

Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Galle Bus Station.

Where does the Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center station.

Can I drive from Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle Fort to Nuwara Eliya is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Galle Fort 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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