What is the cheapest way to get from Alawwa to Puttalam?

The cheapest way to get from Alawwa to Puttalam is to train which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alawwa to Puttalam?

The fastest way to get from Alawwa to Puttalam is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs Rs. 4900 - Rs. 7500.

Is there a direct bus between Alawwa and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct bus from Alawwa to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Alawwa and arriving at Puttalam via Technical Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Alawwa and Puttalam?

No, there is no direct train from Alawwa to Puttalam. However, there are services departing from Alawwa and arriving at Puttalam via Ragama. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Alawwa to Puttalam?

The distance between Alawwa and Puttalam is 202 km. The road distance is 108.7 km.

How do I travel from Alawwa to Puttalam without a car?

The best way to get from Alawwa to Puttalam without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alawwa to Puttalam?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Alawwa to Puttalam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alawwa to Puttalam bus from?

Alawwa to Puttalam bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Alawwa station.

Where do I catch the Alawwa to Puttalam train from?

Alawwa to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Alawwa station.

Train or bus from Alawwa to Puttalam?

The best way to get from Alawwa to Puttalam is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Alawwa to Puttalam bus arrive?

Alawwa to Puttalam bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo station.

Where does the Alawwa to Puttalam train arrive?

Alawwa to Puttalam train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Ragama station.

Can I drive from Alawwa to Puttalam?

Yes, the driving distance between Alawwa to Puttalam is 109 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Alawwa to Puttalam.

Where can I stay near Puttalam?

There are 116+ hotels available in Puttalam.

Alawwa to Puttalam - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Alawwa to Puttalam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Alawwa to Maradanatrain Kandy
2. Take the bus from Technical Junction to Puttalambus
3h 40m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alawwa to Ragamatrain Kandy
2. Take the train from Ragama to Puttalamtrain Colombo
5h 29m
Rs 2,412–5,880
Drive 108.7 km
1. Drive from Alawwa to Puttalamcar 108.7 km
2h 4m
Rs 4,940–7,136
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alawwa to Puttalamtaxi 108.7 km
2h 4m
Rs 5,500–7,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alawwa to Colombobus
2. Take the bus from Technical Junction to Puttalambus
4h 34m
Bus via Colombo
1. Take the bus from Alawwa to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Trincomalee-Colombo
2. Take the bus from Pettah to Puttalambus
4h 48m

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Distance: 201.6 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Alawwa, Sri Lanka and Puttalam, Sri Lanka?

You can take a train from Alawwa to Puttalam via Ragama in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alawwa to Puttalam via Colombo and Technical Junction in around 4h 34m.

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