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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galle Fort to Kataragama

Composite routes from Galle Fort to Kataragama

Cheapest
2 h
Car
149 km.
from $8
Other
11 h 18 min
Train, Bus
130 km.
from $7.96
12 h 20 min
130 km.
from $6.04

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$355.70

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
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kataragama
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.67–$4.70
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.08–$1.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galle Fort to Kataragama?

The cheapest way to get from Galle Fort to Kataragama is to bus which costs $3.15 - $5.98 and takes 12h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle Fort to Kataragama?

The fastest way to get from Galle Fort to Kataragama is to fly which takes 1h 17m and costs $228.26 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle Fort and Kataragama?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle Fort station to Kataragama. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Kataragama via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centra and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

How far is it from Galle Fort to Kataragama?

The distance between Galle Fort and Kataragama is 148 km. The road distance is 149.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle Fort to Kataragama without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 18m and costs $2.93 - $10.33 .

How long does it take to get from Galle Fort to Kataragama?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Galle Fort to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle Fort to Kataragama bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Galle Fort to Kataragama?

The best way to get from Galle Fort to Kataragama is to fly which takes 1h 17m and costs $228.26 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3.15 - $5.98 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Galle Fort to Kataragama bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle Fort to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle Fort to Kataragama is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Galle Fort to Kataragama.

Where can I stay near Kataragama?

There are 364+ hotels available in Kataragama. Prices start at $64.85 per night.
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