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Batticaloa, Sri Lanka → Puttalam, Sri Lanka

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Five ways to Travel from Batticaloa to Puttalam

Composite routes from Batticaloa to Puttalam

Cheapest
4 h 48 min
Car
261 km.
from $14
Other
4 h 48 min
Rideshare
261 km.
from $9.93
2 h 48 min
Plane, Taxi
208 km.
from $762.61
13 h 38 min
208 km.
from $6.30
5 h 54 min
Train, Taxi
208 km.
from $20.85

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 Maho
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.19
Train from Batticaloa to Ragama
Ave. Duration:
8h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.03–$6.99
Train from Ragama to Noor
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$2.41

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Batticaloa to Puttalam is to train which costs $2.39 - $8.15 and takes 13h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Batticaloa to Puttalam is to fly and taxi which takes 2h 48m and costs $347.83 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct train between Batticaloa and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Batticaloa to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Noor Nagar via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 38m.

How far is it from Batticaloa to Puttalam?

The distance between Batticaloa and Puttalam is 316 km. The road distance is 267.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Puttalam without a car is to train and taxi which takes 5h 54m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Batticaloa to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Puttalam train from?

Batticaloa to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Batticaloa station.

Where does the Batticaloa to Puttalam train arrive?

Batticaloa to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Batticaloa to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Batticaloa to Puttalam is 268 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Batticaloa to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 100+ hotels available in Puttalam. Prices start at $19.04 per night.
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