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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Katunayake to Kataragama

Composite routes from Katunayake to Kataragama

Cheapest
3 h 28 min
Car
284 km.
from $15

Transport providers

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 Beliatta
Ave. Duration:
3h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

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:
$2.67–$4.70

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Katunayake to Kataragama is to bus which costs $2.50 - $4.67 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Katunayake to Kataragama is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $38.04 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Katunayake and Kataragama?

No, there is no direct bus from Katunayake station to Kataragama. However, there are services departing from Katunayake Airport Bus Station and arriving at Kataragama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Katunayake to Kataragama?

The distance between Katunayake and Kataragama is 253 km. The road distance is 284.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Katunayake to Kataragama without a car is to train and taxi which takes 7h 5m and costs $81.52 - $119.57 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Katunayake to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Katunayake to Kataragama bus from?

Katunayake to Kataragama bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Katunayake to Kataragama bus arrive?

Katunayake to Kataragama bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kataragama station.

Can I drive from Katunayake to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Katunayake to Kataragama is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Katunayake to Kataragama.

Where can I stay near Kataragama?

There are 364+ hotels available in Kataragama. Prices start at $64.85 per night.
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