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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Malabe is to bus via Kurunegala which costs Rs. 2900 - Rs. 3200 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Malabe is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs Rs. 8500 - Rs. 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Malabe?

No, there is no direct bus from Anuradhapura to Malabe. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Malabe via Colombo and Kaduwela. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Malabe?

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

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Malabe?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Malabe is 224 km. The road distance is 190.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Malabe without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 7500.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Anuradhapura to Malabe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Malabe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Malabe train from?

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

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Malabe?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Malabe is to train which takes 4h and costs Rs. 4800 - Rs. 7500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Malabe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Anuradhapura to Malabe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Malabe?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Malabe is 191 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Anuradhapura to Malabe.

Where can I stay near Malabe?

There are 1533+ hotels available in Malabe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anuradhapura to Bambalapitiyatrain Kankesanthurai to Mt Lavinia
4h
Rs 4,857–7,393
Bus via Kurunegala
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Kurunegalabus 15-1-1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ambepussa to Malabebus 17
7h 31m
Rs 2,933–3,200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Pettahbus
5h 59m
Drive 190.9 km
1. Drive from Anuradhapura to Malabecar 190.9 km
3h 27m
Rs 8,629–12,463

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Distance: 223.7 km
Duration: 4h

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

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. Alternatively, NCG Express operates a bus from Anuradhapura to Pettah twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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