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Polonnaruwa to Puttalam

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Four ways to Travel from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam

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Cheapest
By car (169 km)
3 h 9 min
169 km.
from $9
Other
Rideshare
3 h 9 min
169 km.
from $6.43
Bus
6 h 59 min
128 km.
Train
11 h 21 min
128 km.
from $7.17

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Polonnaruwa to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
6h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.52–$4.95
Train from Ragama to Noor
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.54

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Pettah to Puttalam
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day

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:
$8.77–$9.27

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam is to train which costs $3.15 - $8.15 and takes 11h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Polonnaruwa and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Polonnaruwa and arriving at Puttalam via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam?

The distance between Polonnaruwa and Puttalam is 355 km. The road distance is 171.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam without a car is to bus which takes 6h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Polonnaruwa to Puttalam bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam is to bus which takes 6h 59m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3.15 - $8.15 and takes 11h 21m. There are no good options to fly between Polonnaruwa to Puttalam.

Where does the Polonnaruwa to Puttalam bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Polonnaruwa to Puttalam is 172 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Polonnaruwa to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 97+ hotels available in Puttalam. Prices start at $19.65 per night.
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