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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galle to Batticaloa

Composite routes from Galle to Batticaloa

Cheapest
5 h 19 min
Car
350 km.
from $19
Other
4 h 58 min
Bus, Plane
245 km.
from $414.78
10 h 4 min
246 km.
from $8.83
6 h 49 min
Taxi, Plane
245 km.
from $416.17
5 h 35 min
Taxi, Plane
245 km.
from $597.37
6 h 3 min
Bus, Plane
245 km.
from $395.22
11 h 3 min
Bus, Train
245 km.
from $7.13

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
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74
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 Galle to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.13
Train from Fort Station to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62
Train from Habarana to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.95–$2.92
Train from Ragama to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
8h 18m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99

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 Batticaloa?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Batticaloa is to train which costs $2.50 - $13.04 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galle to Batticaloa is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 58m and costs $304.35 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct train between Galle and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Batticaloa via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

How far is it from Galle to Batticaloa?

The distance between Galle and Batticaloa is 351 km. The road distance is 347.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Galle to Batticaloa without a car is to train which takes 10h 4m and costs $2.50 - $13.04 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Galle to Batticaloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Batticaloa train from?

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

Where does the Galle to Batticaloa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Galle to Batticaloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Batticaloa is 348 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Galle to Batticaloa.

Where can I stay near Batticaloa?

There are 46+ hotels available in Batticaloa. Prices start at $7.86 per night.
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