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Puttalam to Badulla

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4 h 16 min
244 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Puttalam to Badulla

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Cheapest
By car (244 km)
4 h 16 min
244 km.
from $13
Other
Rideshare
4 h 16 min
244 km.
from $9.28
Taxi, Plane (Taxi)
4 h 21 min
178 km.
from $478.98
Train
13 h 56 min
178 km.
from $5.80
Bus via Welimada
8 h 49 min
178 km.
from $5.43
Taxi, Plane (Taxi)
4 h 39 min
178 km.
from $537.67
Bus
9 h 38 min
178 km.

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
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kandy
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.00–$482.74

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Puttalam to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54
Train from Ragama to Badulla
Ave. Duration:
8h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$5.84

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Puttalam to Pettah
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Badulla
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.77–$9.27

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

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Badulla
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.56–$5.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Badulla is to train which costs $2.17 - $7.61 and takes 13h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Badulla is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Badulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Badulla station. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Badulla Main Bus Station via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Badulla?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Badulla station. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Badulla Station via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 56m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Badulla?

The distance between Puttalam and Badulla is 290 km. The road distance is 245 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Badulla without a car is to bus via Welimada which takes 8h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Puttalam to Badulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Badulla bus from?

Puttalam to Badulla bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Puttalam station.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Badulla train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Badulla?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Badulla is to bus via Welimada which takes 8h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2.17 - $7.61 and takes 13h 56m.

Where does the Puttalam to Badulla bus arrive?

Puttalam to Badulla bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Puttalam to Badulla train arrive?

Puttalam to Badulla train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Puttalam to Badulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Badulla is 245 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Puttalam 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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