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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya is to bus via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal which costs Rs. 2600 - Rs. 3100 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Athurugiriya?

No, there is no direct bus from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Wattala via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Athurugiriya?

No, there is no direct train from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Bambalapitiya via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Athurugiriya is 225 km. The road distance is 193.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya without a car is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya train from?

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

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya bus arrive?

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

Where does the Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya is 193 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya.

Where can I stay near Athurugiriya?

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Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriya by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Wattalabus
3h 26m
Bus via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
7h 32m
Rs 2,624–3,088
Train
1. Take the train from Anuradhapura to Bambalapitiyatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
4h 6m
Rs 6,357–9,093
Drive 193.2 km
1. Drive from Anuradhapura to Athurugiriyacar 193.2 km
3h 24m
Rs 8,675–12,531

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Distance: 224.9 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

NCG Express operates a bus from Anuradhapura to Wattala twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Anuradhapura to Bambalapitiya twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 46m.

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