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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela

Composite routes from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela

Cheapest
6 h 30 min
Car
355 km.
from $19
Other
6 h
Bus, Plane, Taxi
291 km.
Select a ticket
12 h 2 min
290 km.
from $6.41
11 h 35 min
290 km.
from $30.67

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 Bandarawela
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$3.94

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 Bandarawela?

The cheapest way to get from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela is to train which costs $2.50 - $8.15 and takes 12h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela is to drive which takes 6h 32m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct train between Kilinochchi and Bandarawela?

No, there is no direct train from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela. However, there are services departing from Kilinochchi and arriving at Bandarawela via Polgahawela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

How far is it from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela?

The distance between Kilinochchi and Bandarawela is 494 km. The road distance is 355.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela without a car is to bus which takes 11h 35m and costs $18.48 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kilinochchi to Bandarawela train from?

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

Train or bus from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela?

The best way to get from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela is to bus which takes 11h 35m and costs $18.48 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.50 - $8.15 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Kilinochchi to Bandarawela train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela?

Yes, the driving distance between Kilinochchi to Bandarawela is 356 km. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Kilinochchi to Bandarawela.

Where can I stay near Bandarawela?

There are 1143+ hotels available in Bandarawela. Prices start at $47.75 per night.
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