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Kilinochchi, Sri Lanka → Badulla, Sri Lanka

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Five ways to Travel from Kilinochchi to Badulla

Composite routes from Kilinochchi to Badulla

Cheapest
6 h 6 min
Car
329 km.
from $18
Other
6 h 6 min
Rideshare
329 km.
from $12.52
6 h 15 min
Bus, Plane, Taxi
276 km.
Select a ticket
13 h 22 min
276 km.
from $6.85
11 h 49 min
276 km.
from $38.28

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$317.59–$698.70

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Kilinochchi to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.21
Train from Polgahawela to Badulla
Ave. Duration:
8h 6m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.40–$4.70

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Kilinochchi to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Kilinochchi to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.52

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kilinochchi to Badulla is to train which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 13h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilinochchi to Badulla is to drive which takes 6h 8m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct train between Kilinochchi and Badulla?

No, there is no direct train from Kilinochchi to Badulla station. However, there are services departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Badulla Station via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

How far is it from Kilinochchi to Badulla?

The distance between Kilinochchi and Badulla is 507 km. The road distance is 330.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Badulla without a car is to bus which takes 11h 49m and costs $22.83 - $29.35 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Kilinochchi to Badulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Badulla train from?

Kilinochchi to Badulla train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Kilinochchi station.

Train or bus from Kilinochchi to Badulla?

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Badulla is to bus which takes 11h 49m and costs $22.83 - $29.35 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.61 - $8.70 and takes 13h 22m.

Where does the Kilinochchi to Badulla train arrive?

Kilinochchi to Badulla train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela Junction station.

Can I drive from Kilinochchi to Badulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilinochchi to Badulla is 330 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Kilinochchi 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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