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Two ways to Travel from Colombo to Anuradhapura

Composite routes from Colombo to Anuradhapura

Cheapest
3 h 29 min
Car
199 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 29 min
Rideshare
199 km.
from $7.57

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Sigiriya
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$508.15

Train operators

Sri Lanka Railways

Phone:
+94 11 4 600 111
Website:
seatreservation.railway.gov.lk/mtktwebslr/
Train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.27–$4.19

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.16–$3.81
Bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.64–$1.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Colombo to Anuradhapura?

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Anuradhapura is to train which costs $1.09 - $3.59 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colombo to Anuradhapura?

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Anuradhapura is to fly and bus which takes 3h 24m and costs $239.13 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Anuradhapura?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and arriving at Anuradhapura. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Colombo and Anuradhapura?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Colombo Fort and arriving at Anuradhapura. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Colombo to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Colombo and Anuradhapura is 206 km. The road distance is 210.7 km.

How do I travel from Colombo to Anuradhapura without a car?

The best way to get from Colombo to Anuradhapura without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $1.09 - $3.59 .

How long does it take to get from Colombo to Anuradhapura?

The train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapura takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Anuradhapura bus from?

Colombo to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Anuradhapura train from?

Colombo to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Colombo Fort station.

Train or bus from Colombo to Anuradhapura?

The best way to get from Colombo to Anuradhapura is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $1.09 - $3.59 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.85 - $3.26 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Colombo to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

Colombo to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Where does the Colombo to Anuradhapura train arrive?

Colombo to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Anuradhapura is 211 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Colombo to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 419+ hotels available in Anuradhapura. Prices start at $20.63 per night.
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