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Galle to Puttalam

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3 h 42 min
254 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Galle to Puttalam

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Cheapest
By car (254 km)
3 h 42 min
254 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
3 h 42 min
254 km.
from $9.66
Bus
4 h 34 min
224 km.
Train
7 h 42 min
224 km.
from $5.67
Bus, Train
6 h 43 min
224 km.
from $6.53
Plane, Taxi
2 h 51 min
224 km.
from $624

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 Noor
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54
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 Noor
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Mahabage to Puttalam
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day

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 Puttalam?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Puttalam is to train which costs $1.41 - $8.70 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Puttalam is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 51m and costs $347.83 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct train between Galle and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Noor Nagar via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Galle to Puttalam?

The distance between Galle and Puttalam is 259 km. The road distance is 254.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Puttalam without a car is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Galle to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Puttalam train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Galle to Puttalam is to bus which takes 4h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.41 - $8.70 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Galle to Puttalam train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Puttalam is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Galle to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 97+ hotels available in Puttalam. Prices start at $19.65 per night.
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