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Galle to Anuradhapura

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4 h 39 min
307 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Galle to Anuradhapura

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Cheapest
By car (307 km)
4 h 39 min
307 km.
from $16
Other
Rideshare
4 h 39 min
307 km.
from $11.68
Bus, Train
6 h 24 min
251 km.
from $6.80
Train
7 h 26 min
252 km.
from $6.41
Train, Bus
8 h 49 min
252 km.
from $7.13
Bus, Plane (Fly Koggala to Sigiriya Airport)
24 h 45 min
251 km.
from $332.39
Bus
9 h 51 min
252 km.
from $5.24
Taxi, Plane
4 h 47 min
251 km.
from $416.07
Bus, Plane (Fly Koggala to Bandaranaike International Airport)
4 h 11 min
251 km.
from $376.74

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
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 Ragama to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.21–$3.94
Train from Galle to Fort
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.76–$7.03
Train from Galle to Bambalapitiya
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.75–$6.68
Train from Bambalapitiya to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.32

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
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.16–$3.81
Bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.64–$1.21
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 Anuradhapura?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Anuradhapura is to train which costs $1.63 - $9.78 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Anuradhapura is to fly and drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $260.87 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Anuradhapura via Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centra and Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Anuradhapura via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Galle to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Galle and Anuradhapura is 320 km. The road distance is 319.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Anuradhapura without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 24m and costs $5.22 - $9.24 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Galle to Anuradhapura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Anuradhapura bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Galle to Anuradhapura train from?

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

Train or bus from Galle to Anuradhapura?

The best way to get from Galle to Anuradhapura is to train which takes 7h 26m and costs $1.63 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.72 - $4.89 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Galle to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

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

Where does the Galle to Anuradhapura train arrive?

Galle to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bambalapitiya station.

Can I drive from Galle to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Anuradhapura is 319 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Galle to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 419+ hotels available in Anuradhapura. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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