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Batticaloa, Sri Lanka → Kegalle, Sri Lanka

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Three ways to Travel from Batticaloa to Kegalle

Composite routes from Batticaloa to Kegalle

Cheapest
3 h 52 min
Car
219 km.
from $12
Other
2 h 3 min
Plane, Taxi
156 km.
from $702.83
8 h 26 min
156 km.
from $12.43

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Batticaloa Airport to Bandaranaike
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.18–$1,079.81

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Batticaloa to Polgahawela
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.65–$5.46

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Batticaloa to Colombo
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
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 Kegalle
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.76–$1.40

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle is to train which costs $3.91 - $8.15 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 3m and costs $304.35 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Batticaloa and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Batticaloa to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Kegalle via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Batticaloa to Kegalle?

The distance between Batticaloa and Kegalle is 272 km. The road distance is 217.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $3.91 - $8.15 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Kegalle bus from?

Batticaloa to Kegalle bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Batticaloa station.

Train or bus from Batticaloa to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs $3.91 - $8.15 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7.61 - $9.24 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Batticaloa to Kegalle bus arrive?

Batticaloa to Kegalle bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Colombo Pettah station.

Can I drive from Batticaloa to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Batticaloa to Kegalle is 217 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Batticaloa to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 79+ hotels available in Kegalle. Prices start at $14.28 per night.
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