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Ratnapura to Anuradhapura

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3 h 58 min
228 km.
from $12
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Five ways to Travel from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura

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Cheapest
By car (228 km)
3 h 58 min
228 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
3 h 58 min
228 km.
from $8.67
Bus, Train
7 h 2 min
179 km.
from $2.65
Bus
8 h 5 min
180 km.
from $4.89
Taxi, Plane, Bus
4 h 37 min
180 km.
from $524.41

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:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.19

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Rathnapura to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.89–$1.52
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.16–$3.81
Bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.64–$1.21

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura is to bus and train which costs $1.85 - $4.89 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Ratnapura and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Rathnapura and arriving at Anuradhapura via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Ratnapura and Anuradhapura is 292 km. The road distance is 240.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 2m and costs $1.85 - $4.89 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ratnapura to Anuradhapura bus from?

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

Where does the Ratnapura to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratnapura to Anuradhapura is 241 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Ratnapura to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 419+ hotels available in Anuradhapura. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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