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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala is to bus which costs Rs. 420 - Rs. 460 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Kurunegala?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Kurunegala. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Kurunegala is 110 km. The road distance is 110.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000.

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

The train from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Kurunegala bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Kurunegala train from?

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

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 420 - Rs. 460 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Kurunegala bus arrive?

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

Where does the Anuradhapura to Kurunegala train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Kurunegala is 111 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala.

Where can I stay near Kurunegala?

There are 106+ hotels available in Kurunegala.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anuradhapura to Kurunegalatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia / ...
1h 58m
Rs 1,200–3,000
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Kurunegalabus 15-1-1 / ...
3h 10m
Rs 420–460
Drive 110.7 km
1. Drive from Anuradhapura to Kurunegalacar 110.7 km
2h 4m
Rs 4,969–7,177
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Anuradhapura to Kurunegalataxi 110.7 km
2h 4m
Rs 12,000–15,000

Anuradhapura to Kurunegala by train

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Distance: 110.1 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Anuradhapura to Kurunegala 4 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–3,000 and the journey takes 1h 58m. 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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