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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Kegalle is to train which costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 3900 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Kegalle is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 6000 - Rs. 9500.

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Anuradhapura to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Polgahawela via Kurunegala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct train from Anuradhapura to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Polgahawela Junction via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Kegalle?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Kegalle is 143 km. The road distance is 141 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Kegalle without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 3900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Anuradhapura to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Kegalle bus from?

Anuradhapura to Kegalle bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Anuradhapura station.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Kegalle train from?

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

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Kegalle is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 1900 - Rs. 4000 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Kegalle bus arrive?

Anuradhapura to Kegalle bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Kurunegala station.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Kegalle train arrive?

Anuradhapura to Kegalle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela Junction station.

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Kegalle is 141 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Anuradhapura to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 119+ hotels available in Kegalle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anuradhapura to Polgahawela Junctiontrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
2h 35m
Rs 1,985–3,888
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Kurunegalabus 15-1-1 / ...
4h 47m
Rs 1,923–3,910
Drive 141 km
1. Drive from Anuradhapura to Kegallecar 141 km
2h 35m
Rs 6,332–9,146
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Anuradhapura to Kegalletaxi 141 km
2h 35m
Rs 15,000–19,000

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Distance: 143.1 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Anuradhapura to Polgahawela Junction 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, National Transport Commission operates a bus from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala every 30 minutes. Tickets cost Rs 420–460 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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