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Ratnapura to Dambulla

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Ratnapura, Sri Lanka → Dambulla, Sri Lanka

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ratnapura to Dambulla

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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$434.78

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Rathnapura to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.30
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Dambulla
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ratnapura to Dambulla?

The cheapest way to get from Ratnapura to Dambulla is to bus which costs $2.07 - $3.59 and takes 6h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ratnapura to Dambulla?

The fastest way to get from Ratnapura to Dambulla is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $315.22 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Ratnapura and Dambulla?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratnapura to Dambulla. However, there are services departing from Rathnapura and arriving at Dambulla via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Ratnapura to Dambulla?

The distance between Ratnapura and Dambulla is 260 km. The road distance is 178.8 km.

How do I travel from Ratnapura to Dambulla without a car?

The best way to get from Ratnapura to Dambulla without a car is to bus which takes 6h 22m and costs $2.07 - $3.59 .

How long does it take to get from Ratnapura to Dambulla?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Ratnapura to Dambulla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ratnapura to Dambulla bus from?

Ratnapura to Dambulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Rathnapura station.

Where does the Ratnapura to Dambulla bus arrive?

Ratnapura to Dambulla bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Ratnapura to Dambulla?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratnapura to Dambulla is 179 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Ratnapura to Dambulla.

Where can I stay near Dambulla?

There are 739+ hotels available in Dambulla. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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