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Katunayake, Sri Lanka → Badulla, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Katunayake to Badulla

Composite routes from Katunayake to Badulla

Cheapest
3 h 42 min
Car
245 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from Colombo Airport to Badulla

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hatton
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$330.30–$457.33

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Fort Station to Badulla
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.91–$6.10

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Badulla
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Welimada
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.30

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Badulla
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.56–$5.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Badulla?

The cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Badulla is to train which costs $1.85 - $5.98 and takes 11h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Katunayake to Badulla?

The fastest way to get from Katunayake to Badulla is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 23m and costs $293.48 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Katunayake and Badulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Katunayake station to Badulla station. However, there are services departing from Katunayake Airport Bus Station and arriving at Badulla Main Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Katunayake to Badulla?

The distance between Katunayake and Badulla is 183 km. The road distance is 246 km.

How do I travel from Katunayake to Badulla without a car?

The best way to get from Katunayake to Badulla without a car is to bus via Welimada which takes 7h 11m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

How long does it take to get from Katunayake to Badulla?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Katunayake to Badulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Badulla bus from?

Katunayake to Badulla bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from Katunayake to Badulla?

The best way to get from Katunayake to Badulla is to bus via Welimada which takes 7h 11m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.85 - $5.98 and takes 11h 14m.

Where does the Katunayake to Badulla bus arrive?

Katunayake to Badulla bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Badulla Main Bus Station.

Can I drive from Katunayake to Badulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Katunayake to Badulla is 246 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Katunayake to Badulla.

Where can I stay near Badulla?

There are 969+ hotels available in Badulla. Prices start at $47.75 per night.
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