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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama is to bus via Colombo City which costs Rs. 5000 - Rs. 6500 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Bandaragama?

No, there is no direct bus from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Soysapura via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Bandaragama?

No, there is no direct train from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Mount Lavinia via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Bandaragama is 242 km. The road distance is 212.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 12000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Bandaragama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Bandaragama train from?

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

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 12000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Bandaragama bus arrive?

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

Where does the Anuradhapura to Bandaragama train arrive?

Anuradhapura to Bandaragama train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Mount Lavinia station.

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Bandaragama is 212 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama.

Where can I stay near Bandaragama?

There are 918+ hotels available in Bandaragama.

Anuradhapura to Bandaragama - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Anuradhapura to Bandaragama by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anuradhapura to Mount Laviniatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
4h 24m
Rs 7,864–11,102
Bus via Colombo City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
7h 38m
Rs 5,324–6,288
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Soysapurabus
4h 52m
Drive 212.3 km
1. Drive from Anuradhapura to Bandaragamacar 212.3 km
3h 39m
Rs 9,580–13,838
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Anuradhapura to Bandaragamataxi 212.3 km
3h 39m
Rs 23,000–28,000

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Distance: 242 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Anuradhapura to Mount Lavinia twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Anuradhapura to Soysapura twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 32m.

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