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309 km.
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5 h 45 min
309 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
25h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$304.89–$1,079.81
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 Fort Station to Batticaloa
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.16–$7.62

Bus operators

Superline Travels

Phone:
+94 777 382 186
Email:
Website:
superline.lk/
Bus from Colombo Pettah to Maruthamunai
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.89–$9.40
Bus from Dambulla to Maruthamunai
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.26–$9.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colombo to Kalmunai is to bus which costs $7.61 - $8.04 and takes 6h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colombo to Kalmunai is to drive which takes 5h 48m and costs $41.30 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Colombo and Kalmunai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Colombo Pettah and arriving at Maruthamunai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Colombo to Kalmunai?

The distance between Colombo and Kalmunai is 349 km. The road distance is 310.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Colombo to Kalmunai without a car is to bus which takes 6h 47m and costs $7.61 - $8.04 .

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

The bus from Colombo Pettah to Maruthamunai takes 6h 47m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Colombo to Kalmunai bus from?

Colombo to Kalmunai bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Colombo Pettah station.

Train, bus or fly from Colombo to Kalmunai?

The best way to get from Colombo to Kalmunai is to bus which takes 6h 47m and costs $7.61 - $8.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.70 - $16.30 and takes 7h 34m, you could also fly, which costs $304.35 - $815.22 and takes 26h 51m.

Where does the Colombo to Kalmunai bus arrive?

Colombo to Kalmunai bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Maruthamunai station.

Can I drive from Colombo to Kalmunai?

Yes, the driving distance between Colombo to Kalmunai is 310 km. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Colombo to Kalmunai.

Where can I stay near Kalmunai?

There are 13+ hotels available in Kalmunai. Prices start at $6.87 per night.
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