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How to Travel from

Puttalam to Embilipitiya

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Puttalam
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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
Plane from Kandy to Koggala
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.48–$495.44

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Puttalam to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79
Train from Maradana to Beliatta
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.94–$8.42

Bus operators

NCG Express

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

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Embilipitiya
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.92

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Embilipitiya is to drive which costs $38.04 - $59.78 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Embilipitiya is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $315.22 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Embilipitiya?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Embilipitiya. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Embilipitiya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Embilipitiya?

The distance between Puttalam and Embilipitiya is 398 km. The road distance is 292.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Embilipitiya without a car is to bus which takes 7h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Puttalam to Embilipitiya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Embilipitiya bus from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Embilipitiya?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Embilipitiya is to bus which takes 7h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 10h 9m.

Where does the Puttalam to Embilipitiya bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Puttalam to Embilipitiya?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Embilipitiya is 292 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Puttalam to Embilipitiya.

Where can I stay near Embilipitiya?

There are 301+ hotels available in Embilipitiya. Prices start at $15.66 per night.
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