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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama

Composite routes from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama

Cheapest
3 h 55 min
Car
224 km.
from $12
Other
12 h 6 min
172 km.
from $15.20

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:
$304.89–$762.22

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Polonnaruwa to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.51–$9.02

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:
$2.54–$4.45

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama?

The cheapest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama is to bus which costs $9.24 - $11.96 and takes 12h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama is to fly which takes 2h 20m and costs $271.74 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Polonnaruwa and Kataragama?

No, there is no direct bus from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama. However, there are services departing from Polonnaruwa and arriving at Kataragama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama?

The distance between Polonnaruwa and Kataragama is 281 km. The road distance is 224 km.

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

The best way to get from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama without a car is to bus which takes 12h 6m and costs $9.24 - $11.96 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polonnaruwa to Kataragama bus from?

Polonnaruwa to Kataragama bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Polonnaruwa station.

Bus or fly from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama?

The best way to get from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama is to fly which takes 2h 20m and costs $271.74 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.24 - $11.96 and takes 12h 6m.

Where does the Polonnaruwa to Kataragama bus arrive?

Polonnaruwa to Kataragama bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Pettah station.

Can I drive from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Polonnaruwa to Kataragama is 224 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Polonnaruwa to Kataragama.

Where can I stay near Kataragama?

There are 370+ hotels available in Kataragama. Prices start at $62.84 per night.
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