What is the cheapest way to get from Badulla to Alawwa?

The cheapest way to get from Badulla to Alawwa is to bus which costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3900 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Badulla to Alawwa?

The fastest way to get from Badulla to Alawwa is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs Rs. 7500 - Rs. 11000.

Is there a direct bus between Badulla and Alawwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Badulla station to Alawwa. However, there are services departing from Badulla Main Bus Station and arriving at Alawwa via Colombo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Badulla and Alawwa?

No, there is no direct train from Badulla station to Alawwa. However, there are services departing from Badulla Station and arriving at Alawwa via Balana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Badulla to Alawwa?

The distance between Badulla and Alawwa is 283 km. The road distance is 165.5 km.

How do I travel from Badulla to Alawwa without a car?

The best way to get from Badulla to Alawwa without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3900.

How long does it take to get from Badulla to Alawwa?

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Badulla to Alawwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Alawwa bus from?

Badulla to Alawwa bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Badulla Main Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Badulla to Alawwa train from?

Badulla to Alawwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Badulla Station.

Train or bus from Badulla to Alawwa?

The best way to get from Badulla to Alawwa is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs Rs. 1700 - Rs. 3900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6000 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Badulla to Alawwa bus arrive?

Badulla to Alawwa bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Badulla to Alawwa train arrive?

Badulla to Alawwa train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Balana station.

Can I drive from Badulla to Alawwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Badulla to Alawwa is 165 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Badulla to Alawwa.

Where can I stay near Alawwa?

There are 98+ hotels available in Alawwa.

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There are 5 ways to get from Badulla to Alawwa by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminalbus Route 99
2. Take the bus from Colombo to Alawwabus
8h 30m
Rs 1,715–3,810
Train
1. Take the train from Badulla Station to Balanatrain Badulla
9h 45m
Rs 2,536–5,962
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Badulla to Peradeniyataxi
2. Take the train from Peradeniya to Alawwatrain Kandy
4h 1m
Rs 7,230–10,026
Drive 165.5 km
1. Drive from Badulla to Alawwacar 165.5 km
3h 8m
Rs 7,542–10,894
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Badulla to Alawwataxi 165.5 km
3h 8m
Rs 8,000–10,000

Badulla to Alawwa by train

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9h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 283.3 km
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Badulla, Sri Lanka and Alawwa, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Badulla Main Bus Station to Alawwa via Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal and Colombo in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Badulla Station to Balana twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,100 and the journey takes 7h 36m.

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