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

The cheapest way to get from Anuradhapura to Panadura is to bus via Dambulla which costs Rs. 1100 - Rs. 1600 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Anuradhapura to Panadura is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 15000.

Is there a direct bus between Anuradhapura and Panadura?

No, there is no direct bus from Anuradhapura to Panadura. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Panadura via Ratmalana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Anuradhapura and Panadura?

No, there is no direct train from Anuradhapura to Panadura. However, there are services departing from Anuradhapura and arriving at Panadura via Mount Lavinia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Anuradhapura to Panadura?

The distance between Anuradhapura and Panadura is 232 km. The road distance is 218.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Panadura without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Anuradhapura to Panadura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Panadura bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Anuradhapura to Panadura train from?

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

Train or bus from Anuradhapura to Panadura?

The best way to get from Anuradhapura to Panadura is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs Rs. 2400 - Rs. 6000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Panadura bus arrive?

Anuradhapura to Panadura bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Ratmalana station.

Where does the Anuradhapura to Panadura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Anuradhapura to Panadura?

Yes, the driving distance between Anuradhapura to Panadura is 219 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Anuradhapura to Panadura.

Where can I stay near Panadura?

There are 910+ hotels available in Panadura.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Anuradhapura to Panadura 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
5h 16m
Rs 2,464–6,002
Bus via Dambulla
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Dambullabus 15-1-1
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Panadurabus
6h 24m
Rs 1,140–1,561
Bus
1. Take the bus from Anuradhapura to Ratmalanabus
5h 50m
Drive 218.8 km
1. Drive from Anuradhapura to Panaduracar 218.8 km
3h 54m
Rs 9,792–14,144
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Anuradhapura to Panadurataxi 218.8 km
3h 54m
Rs 24,000–29,000

Anuradhapura to Panadura by train

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5h 16mAverage Duration

Rs 2,464Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka and Panadura, 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 Ratmalana twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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