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Two ways to Travel from Negombo to Anuradhapura

Composite routes from Negombo to Anuradhapura

Cheapest
3 h 7 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
3 h 7 min
Rideshare
176 km.
from $6.70

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 Gampaha to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.14–$3.68

Bus operators

NCG Express

Phone:
+94 76 714 8292
Email:
Website:
ncgexpress.lk/
Bus from Negombo to Anuradhapura
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
3 times a day

National Transport Commission

Phone:
0112587372
Email:
Website:
ntc.gov.lk/
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 Negombo to Anuradhapura?

The cheapest way to get from Negombo to Anuradhapura is to train which costs $16.30 - $22.83 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Negombo to Anuradhapura is to fly and bus which takes 3h 9m and costs $217.39 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Negombo and Anuradhapura?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Negombo and arriving at Anuradhapura. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Negombo to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Negombo and Anuradhapura is 176 km. The road distance is 173.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Negombo to Anuradhapura without a car is to bus which takes 2h 34m and costs .

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

The bus from Negombo to Anuradhapura takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Negombo to Anuradhapura bus from?

Negombo to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Negombo station.

Train or bus from Negombo to Anuradhapura?

The best way to get from Negombo to Anuradhapura is to bus which takes 2h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16.30 - $22.83 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Negombo to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

Negombo to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Anuradhapura station.

Can I drive from Negombo to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Negombo to Anuradhapura is 173 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Negombo 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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