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3 h 43 min
255 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Puttalam to Galle

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Cheapest
By car (255 km)
3 h 43 min
255 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
3 h 43 min
255 km.
from $9.70
Bus
3 h 48 min
224 km.
Train
7 h 37 min
224 km.
from $5.89
Train, Bus
6 h 2 min
224 km.
from $9.13
Taxi, Plane
3 h 33 min
224 km.
from $521.98

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
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 Horape
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54
Train from Puttalam to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79
Train from Maradana to Galle
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.80–$7.13

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Puttalam to Mahabage
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Kadawatha to Galle
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.27–$2.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Galle is to train which costs $1.41 - $9.24 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Galle is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $282.61 - $478.26 .

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Galle?

No, there is no direct train from Puttalam to Galle. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Galle via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Galle?

The distance between Puttalam and Galle is 263 km. The road distance is 256 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Galle without a car is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Puttalam to Galle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Galle train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Galle?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Galle is to bus which takes 3h 48m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.41 - $9.24 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Puttalam to Galle train arrive?

Puttalam to Galle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Colombo Fort station.

Can I drive from Puttalam to Galle?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Galle is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Puttalam to Galle.

Where can I stay near Galle?

There are 3372+ hotels available in Galle. Prices start at $34.39 per night.
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