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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galle to Kataragama Temple

Composite routes from Galle to Kataragama Temple

Cheapest
2 h
Car
150 km.
from $8
Other
11 h 10 min
Train, Bus
130 km.
from $7.61
12 h 12 min
130 km.
from $5.76

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:
$228.67–$381.11

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–$6.78

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:
$2.54–$4.45
Bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.02–$1.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Kataragama temple is to bus which costs $3.04 - $5.43 and takes 12h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Kataragama temple is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $217.39 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Kataragama temple?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Kataragama temple. 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 12m.

How far is it from Galle to Kataragama temple?

The distance between Galle and Kataragama temple is 149 km. The road distance is 150.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Kataragama temple without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 10m and costs $2.72 - $9.78 .

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Galle to Kataragama temple?

The best way to get from Galle to Kataragama temple is to fly which takes 1h 18m and costs $217.39 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3.04 - $5.43 and takes 12h 12m. There are no good options to train between Galle to Kataragama temple.

Where does the Galle to Kataragama temple bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Kataragama temple?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Kataragama temple is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Galle to Kataragama temple.

Where can I stay near Kataragama temple?

There are 370+ hotels available in Kataragama temple. Prices start at $62.84 per night.
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