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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya

Composite routes from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest
4 h 23 min
Car
251 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Vavuniya to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.03–$3.15

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Vavuniya to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.17–$4.61
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.30–$2.50

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT

Phone:
+94 112 581 120
Website:
sltb.eseat.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya?

The cheapest way to get from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya is to bus which costs $3.48 - $7.61 and takes 11h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya?

The fastest way to get from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $33.70 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Vavuniya and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Vavuniya and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

How far is it from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Vavuniya and Nuwara Eliya is 284 km. The road distance is 252 km.

How do I travel from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya without a car?

The best way to get from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 10m and costs $18.48 - $23.91 .

How long does it take to get from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya bus from?

Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Vavuniya station.

Where does the Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya is 252 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Vavuniya to Nuwara Eliya.

Where can I stay near Nuwara Eliya?

There are 740+ hotels available in Nuwara Eliya. Prices start at $90.72 per night.
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