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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya

Composite routes from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest
3 h 56 min
Car
227 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Madawachchiya to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.87–$2.72

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Medawachchiya to Kurunegala
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Medawachchiya to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.39

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya?

The cheapest way to get from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya is to train and taxi which costs $18.48 - $25 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya?

The fastest way to get from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $29.35 - $43.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Medawachchiya and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Medawachchiya and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

How far is it from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Medawachchiya and Nuwara Eliya is 248 km. The road distance is 227.1 km.

How do I travel from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya without a car?

The best way to get from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya bus from?

Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Medawachchiya station.

Where does the Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Can I drive from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya is 227 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Medawachchiya to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 760+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya. Prices start at $87.91 per night.
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