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Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura

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Continue onto Gampola - Nawalapitiya Road

Gampola - Nawalapitiya Road, 95 м

95 м

Keep right onto Nawalapitiya - Ginigathena Hatton Road

Nawalapitiya - Ginigathena Hatton Road, 104 м

104 м

Turn sharp right

205 м

Turn left onto Gampola - Nawalapitiya Road

Gampola - Nawalapitiya Road, 17 km 631 м

17 km 631 м

At roundabout, take exit 1 onto AA005

13 km 26 м

Sri Lanka Railways

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Sri Lanka Railways

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Duration 2h 23m

Frequency 3 times a day

Estimated price $0.57–$1.65

Phone +94 11 4 600 111

Customer Service +94 11 4 600 111

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National Transport Commission

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National Transport Commission

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Duration 3h 10m

Frequency Every 30 minutes

Estimated price $1.21–$2.16

Phone 0112587372

Customer Service 0112587372

Email [email protected]

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What is the cheapest way to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

The cheapest way to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura is to train which costs $1.20 - $3.70 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

The fastest way to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct train between Nawalapitiya and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct train from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Nawalapitiya and arriving at Anuradhapura via Polgahawela Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Nawalapitiya and Anuradhapura is 193 km. The road distance is 170.8 km.

How do I travel from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura without a car?

The best way to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 4h 23m and costs $13.04 - $16.30 .

How long does it take to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura train from?

Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Nawalapitiya station.

Where does the Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura train arrive?

Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura is 171 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 420+ hotels available in Anuradhapura. Prices start at $19.99 per night.

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Heritage

Galwala Road, Anuradhapura

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Water Garden Hotel

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Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel

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Anuradhapura Museum

Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum (also known as Puravidu Bhavana) is the oldest and the largest museum belonging to the Department of Archaeology of Sri Lanka.

Mahamevnāwa Gardens

Mahamevnāwa (Mahāmēgha, Pali: Mahāmeghavana) is an ancient park in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. It was created by King Mutasiva (367 - 307 BC) whose name is in the history as the first king who structured a park. He who was the son of King Pandukabhaya and the father of King Devanampiya Tissa.

Folk Museum

Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura (Sinhala: අනුරාධපුරය; Tamil: அனுராதபுரம்) is a major city located in north central plain of Sri Lanka. It is the capital city of North Central Province and the capital of Anuradhapura District. The city lies 205 km north of the current capital of Colombo in the North Central Province, on the banks of the historic Malwathu Oya. The city is now a World Heritage Site famous for its well-preserved ruins of the ancient Sinhalese civilization.

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What is the cheapest way to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

What is the fastest way to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

Is there a direct train between Nawalapitiya and Anuradhapura?

How far is it from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

How do I travel from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura without a car?

How long does it take to get from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

Where do I catch the Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura train from?

Where does the Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura train arrive?

Can I drive from Nawalapitiya to Anuradhapura?

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?