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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galle to Chilaw Lake

Composite routes from Galle to Chilaw Lake

Cheapest
2 h 48 min
Car
198 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
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 Horape to Kakkapalliya
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.51–$1.30
Train from Galle to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.13
Train from Colombo Fort to Kakkapalliya
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.57–$1.65

Bus operators

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Galle to Chilaw Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Chilaw Lake is to train which costs $1.09 - $7.61 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle to Chilaw Lake?

The fastest way to get from Galle to Chilaw Lake is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 58m and costs $293.48 - $489.13 .

Is there a direct train between Galle and Chilaw Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Chilaw Lake. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Kakkapalliya via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Galle to Chilaw Lake?

The distance between Galle and Chilaw Lake is 200 km. The road distance is 198.7 km.

How do I travel from Galle to Chilaw Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Galle to Chilaw Lake without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 2m and costs $39.13 - $47.83 .

How long does it take to get from Galle to Chilaw Lake?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Galle to Chilaw Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Chilaw Lake train from?

Galle to Chilaw Lake train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Galle station.

Where does the Galle to Chilaw Lake train arrive?

Galle to Chilaw Lake train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Galle to Chilaw Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Chilaw Lake is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Galle to Chilaw Lake.

Where can I stay near Chilaw Lake?

There are 58+ hotels available in Chilaw Lake. Prices start at $14.74 per night.
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