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Puttalam to Kataragama

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5 h 19 min
386 km.
from $21
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Six ways to Travel from Puttalam to Kataragama

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Cheapest
By car (386 km)
5 h 19 min
386 km.
from $21
Other
Rideshare
5 h 19 min
386 km.
from $14.68
Taxi, Plane
3 h 45 min
245 km.
from $433.43
Train, Taxi
13 h 47 min
243 km.
from $76.40
Bus
10 h 38 min
244 km.
Bus, Plane
6 h 3 min
245 km.
from $10.87

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 Koggala to Weerawila
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$355.70

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 Haputale
Ave. Duration:
7h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.52–$4.95

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
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 Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Kataragama
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.67–$4.70
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 Kataragama?

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Kataragama is to train and taxi which costs $45.65 - $59.78 and takes 13h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Kataragama is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $304.35 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Kataragama?

No, there is no direct bus from Puttalam to Kataragama. However, there are services departing from Puttalam and arriving at Kataragama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Kataragama?

The distance between Puttalam and Kataragama is 362 km. The road distance is 386.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Kataragama without a car is to bus which takes 10h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Puttalam to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Kataragama bus from?

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

Where does the Puttalam to Kataragama bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Puttalam and Kataragama?

It is currently 21:41 at both, Puttalam and Kataragama.

Can I drive from Puttalam to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Kataragama is 386 km. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Puttalam to Kataragama.

Where can I stay near Kataragama?

There are 364+ hotels available in Kataragama. Prices start at $64.85 per night.
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