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

The cheapest way to get from Akuressa to Anuradhapura is to bus which costs Rs. 4600 - Rs. 6000 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Akuressa to Anuradhapura is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs Rs. 14000 - Rs. 21000.

Is there a direct bus between Akuressa and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct bus from Akuressa station to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Matara Bus Station and arriving at Anuradhapura via Pettah. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Akuressa and Anuradhapura?

No, there is no direct train from Akuressa to Anuradhapura. However, there are services departing from Weligama and arriving at Anuradhapura via Bambalapitiya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Akuressa to Anuradhapura?

The distance between Akuressa and Anuradhapura is 390 km. The road distance is 324 km.

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

The best way to get from Akuressa to Anuradhapura without a car is to bus via Colombo which takes 7h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Akuressa to Anuradhapura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Akuressa to Anuradhapura bus from?

Akuressa to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Matara Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Akuressa to Anuradhapura train from?

Akuressa to Anuradhapura train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Weligama station.

Train or bus from Akuressa to Anuradhapura?

The best way to get from Akuressa to Anuradhapura is to bus via Colombo which takes 7h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 4500 - Rs. 10000 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Akuressa to Anuradhapura bus arrive?

Akuressa to Anuradhapura bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Fort Station.

Where does the Akuressa to Anuradhapura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Akuressa to Anuradhapura?

Yes, the driving distance between Akuressa to Anuradhapura is 324 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Akuressa to Anuradhapura.

Where can I stay near Anuradhapura?

There are 553+ hotels available in Anuradhapura.

Akuressa to Anuradhapura - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Akuressa to Anuradhapura by bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

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Bus via Colombo
best
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Anuradhapurabus
7h 30m
Train via Colombo
cheapest
1. Take the train from Weligama to Dehiwalatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Dehiwala to Anuradhapuratrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
9h 29m
Rs 4,551–9,670
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Matara Bus Station to Fort Stationbus Matara
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Anuradhapuratrain Colombo / ...
7h 45m
Rs 5,486–8,003
Drive 324 km
1. Drive from Akuressa to Anuradhapuracar 324 km
4h 55m
Rs 14,538–20,999
Fly from Koggala, bus
1. Fly from Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane KCT - GIU
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapurabus
24h 28m
Rs 23,402–108,498
Bus
1. Take the bus from Weligama to Kurunegalabus
2. Take the bus from Kurunegala to Anuradhapurabus 15-1-1 / ...
8h 30m
Rs 4,651–5,748
Train
1. Take the train from Weligama to Bambalapitiyatrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Bambalapitiya to Anuradhapuratrain Mt Lavinia to Kankesanthurai
8h 38m
Rs 4,561–9,670
Taxi to Bandaranaike International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the taxi from Akuressa to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU)plane CMB - GIU
3. Take the bus from Dambulla to Anuradhapurabus
5h
Rs 63,157–178,118

Koggala (KCT) to Sigiriya Airport (GIU) flights

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21h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 389.9 km
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Akuressa, Sri Lanka and Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka?

You can take a vehicle from Akuressa to Anuradhapura via Matara Bus Station, Fort Station, and Pettah in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Akuressa to Anuradhapura via Weligama and Bambalapitiya in around 8h 38m.

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