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Galle to Kataragama

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2 h 1 min
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Four ways to Travel from Galle to Kataragama

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Cheapest
By car (150 km)
2 h 1 min
150 km.
from $8
Other
Rideshare
2 h 1 min
150 km.
from $5.71
Train, Bus
11 h 4 min
130 km.
from $7.96
Bus
12 h 7 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 to Kataragama?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Kataragama is to bus which costs $3.15 - $5.98 and takes 12h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Kataragama is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $228.26 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Kataragama?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle 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 7m.

How far is it from Galle to Kataragama?

The distance between Galle and Kataragama is 149 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Kataragama without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 4m and costs $2.93 - $10.33 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Galle to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Kataragama bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Galle to Kataragama?

The best way to get from Galle to Kataragama is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $228.26 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3.15 - $5.98 and takes 12h 7m.

Where does the Galle to Kataragama bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Kataragama is 151 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Galle 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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