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Galle to Dambulla

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257 km.
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By car (257 km)
3 h 37 min
257 km.
from $14
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Rideshare
3 h 37 min
257 km.
from $9.78

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Koggala to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$584.37
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Galle to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.13
Train from Maradana to Awukana
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.14–$3.56
Train from Galle to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kadawatha to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Kadawatha to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27
Bus from Kadawatha to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.64–$9.15
Bus from Kurunegala to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.64–$9.15

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Kadawatha
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29
Bus from Kurunegala to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.57–$1.08
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.67

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galle to Dambulla?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Dambulla is to train and bus which costs $1.96 - $8.70 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle to Dambulla?

The fastest way to get from Galle to Dambulla is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 40m and costs $347.83 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Dambulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Dambulla. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Dambulla via Kadawatha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Galle to Dambulla?

The distance between Galle and Dambulla is 258 km. The road distance is 257.7 km.

How do I travel from Galle to Dambulla without a car?

The best way to get from Galle to Dambulla without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $8.15 - $10.33 .

How long does it take to get from Galle to Dambulla?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Galle to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Dambulla bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Dambulla?

The best way to get from Galle to Dambulla is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $8.15 - $10.33 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.70 - $18.48 and takes 8h, you could also fly, which costs $228.26 - $532.61 and takes 22h 38m.

Where does the Galle to Dambulla bus arrive?

Galle to Dambulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Can I drive from Galle to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Dambulla is 258 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Galle to Dambulla.

Which airlines fly from Koggala Airport to Sigiriya Airport Airport?

Cinnamon Air offers flights from Koggala Airport to Sigiriya Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 739+ hotels available in Dambulla. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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