What is the cheapest way to get from Aluthgama to Polgahawela?

The cheapest way to get from Aluthgama to Polgahawela is to bus which costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aluthgama to Polgahawela?

The fastest way to get from Aluthgama to Polgahawela is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs Rs. 5500 - Rs. 8500.

Is there a direct bus between Aluthgama and Polgahawela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aluthgama and arriving at Polgahawela. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Aluthgama and Polgahawela?

No, there is no direct train from Aluthgama to Polgahawela. However, there are services departing from Aluthgama and arriving at Polgahawela Junction via Colombo Fort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Aluthgama to Polgahawela?

The distance between Aluthgama and Polgahawela is 135 km. The road distance is 129.1 km.

How do I travel from Aluthgama to Polgahawela without a car?

The best way to get from Aluthgama to Polgahawela without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200.

How long does it take to get from Aluthgama to Polgahawela?

The bus from Aluthgama to Polgahawela takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Aluthgama to Polgahawela bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Aluthgama to Polgahawela train from?

Aluthgama to Polgahawela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Aluthgama station.

Train or bus from Aluthgama to Polgahawela?

The best way to get from Aluthgama to Polgahawela is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs Rs. 850 - Rs. 1200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Aluthgama to Polgahawela bus arrive?

Aluthgama to Polgahawela bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Where does the Aluthgama to Polgahawela train arrive?

Aluthgama to Polgahawela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Aluthgama to Polgahawela?

Yes, the driving distance between Aluthgama to Polgahawela is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Aluthgama to Polgahawela.

Where can I stay near Polgahawela?

There are 142+ hotels available in Polgahawela.

Aluthgama to Polgahawela - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Aluthgama to Polgahawela by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Aluthgama to Polgahawelabus
2h 40m
Rs 850–1,200
Train
1. Take the train from Aluthgama to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Colombo Fort to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Colombo / ...
3h 36m
Rs 2,421–5,894
Drive 129.1 km
1. Drive from Aluthgama to Polgahawelacar 129.1 km
1h 59m
Rs 5,826–8,415
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aluthgama to Polgahawelataxi 129.1 km
1h 59m
Rs 37,000–44,000

Aluthgama to Polgahawela by train

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.4 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Aluthgama, Western, Sri Lanka and Polgahawela, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Aluthgama to Polgahawela once daily. Tickets cost Rs 850–1,200 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aluthgama to Polgahawela Junction via Colombo Fort in around 3h 36m.

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