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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Puttalam to Pettah

Composite routes from Puttalam to Pettah

Cheapest
2 h 16 min
Car
133 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Puttalam to Maradana
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.89–$2.79

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Puttalam to Pettah is to train which costs $1 - $2.39 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Puttalam to Pettah is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Puttalam and Pettah?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Puttalam and arriving at Pettah. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Puttalam and Pettah?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Puttalam and arriving at Maradana. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Puttalam to Pettah?

The distance between Puttalam and Pettah is 146 km. The road distance is 133.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Puttalam to Pettah without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs .

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

The bus from Puttalam to Pettah takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Pettah bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Puttalam to Pettah train from?

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

Train or bus from Puttalam to Pettah?

The best way to get from Puttalam to Pettah is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $2.39 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Puttalam to Pettah bus arrive?

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

Where does the Puttalam to Pettah train arrive?

Puttalam to Pettah train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Puttalam to Pettah?

Yes, the driving distance between Puttalam to Pettah is 133 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Puttalam to Pettah.

Where can I stay near Pettah?

There are 1082+ hotels available in Pettah. Prices start at $39.30 per night.
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