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Three ways to Travel from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya

Composite routes from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya

Cheapest
2 h 49 min
Car
164 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 49 min
Rideshare
164 km.
from $6.24
2 h 10 min
Taxi, Plane
100 km.
from $573.26

Transport providers

Airlines

Cinnamon Air

Phone:
+94 11 2 475 475
Website:
cinnamonair.com/
Plane from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hatton
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$330.30–$457.33

Bus operators

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
Bus from Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.92

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:
$2.67
Bus from Kaduwela to Nuwara
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya is to bus via Kaduwela which costs $2.50 - $2.93 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 10m and costs $336.96 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Moratuwa and Nuwara Eliya?

No, there is no direct bus from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya. However, there are services departing from Moratuwa and arriving at Nuwara Eliya via Kaduwela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya?

The distance between Moratuwa and Nuwara Eliya is 180 km. The road distance is 164.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $11.96 - $16.30 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya, including transfers.

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

Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Kaduwela station.

Where does the Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya bus arrive?

Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Nuwara Eliya station.

Can I drive from Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya?

Yes, the driving distance between Moratuwa to Nuwara Eliya is 164 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Moratuwa 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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