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Ratnapura, Sri Lanka → Batticaloa, Sri Lanka

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Six ways to Travel from Ratnapura to Batticaloa

Composite routes from Ratnapura to Batticaloa

Cheapest
4 h 38 min
Car
281 km.
from $15
Other
9 h 13 min
182 km.
from $12.98
10 h 11 min
Bus, Train
181 km.
from $3.52
9 h 18 min
Taxi, Train
182 km.
from $25.39
6 h 40 min
Taxi, Plane, Train
180 km.
from $525.55
11 h 59 min
Bus, Train
181 km.
from $3.52

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 Veyangoda to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
7h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.91–$6.35
Train from Habarana to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.95–$2.92
Train from Fort Station to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62
Train from Maradana to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$9.27

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ratnapura to Batticaloa is to bus and train which costs $2.61 - $8.15 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratnapura to Batticaloa is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Ratnapura and Batticaloa?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratnapura to Batticaloa. However, there are services departing from Rathnapura and arriving at Batticaloa via Colombo Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Ratnapura to Batticaloa?

The distance between Ratnapura and Batticaloa is 397 km. The road distance is 278.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ratnapura to Batticaloa without a car is to bus which takes 9h 13m and costs $8.15 - $9.24 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Ratnapura to Batticaloa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ratnapura to Batticaloa bus from?

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

Where does the Ratnapura to Batticaloa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ratnapura to Batticaloa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratnapura to Batticaloa is 278 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Ratnapura to Batticaloa.

Where can I stay near Batticaloa?

There are 46+ hotels available in Batticaloa. Prices start at $7.86 per night.
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