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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Maharagama is to bus via Anuradhapura which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3300 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Maharagama is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs Rs. 9000 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Maharagama?

No, there is no direct bus from Anuradhapura to Maharagama. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Maharagama via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Maharagama?

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

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Maharagama?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Maharagama is 224 km. The road distance is 201.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Maharagama without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Anuradhapura to Maharagama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Maharagama bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Maharagama train from?

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

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Maharagama?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Maharagama is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs Rs. 3500 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Maharagama bus arrive?

Anuradhapura to Maharagama bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Pettah station.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Maharagama train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Maharagama?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Maharagama is 202 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Anuradhapura to Maharagama.

Where can I stay near Maharagama?

There are 1495+ hotels available in Maharagama.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anuradhapura to Dehiwalatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
4h 6m
Rs 3,562–5,799
Bus via Anuradhapura
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus 15-1-1 / ...
7h 13m
Rs 2,924–3,288
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Pettahbus
5h 31m
Drive 201.5 km
1. Drive from Anuradhapura to Maharagamacar 201.5 km
3h 35m
Rs 9,088–13,127

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Distance: 223.9 km
Duration: 4h 6m

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

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Anuradhapura to Dehiwala twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 3h 56m. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Anuradhapura to Pettah twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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