What is the cheapest way to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara?

The cheapest way to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara is to train which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 9h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara?

The fastest way to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 49m and costs Rs. 31000 - Rs. 120000.

Is there a direct bus between Batticaloa and Kalutara?

No, there is no direct bus from Batticaloa to Kalutara. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Kalutara via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Batticaloa and Kalutara?

No, there is no direct train from Batticaloa to Kalutara. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Kalutara South via Maradana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Batticaloa to Kalutara?

The distance between Batticaloa and Kalutara is 282 km. The road distance is 328.1 km.

How do I travel from Batticaloa to Kalutara without a car?

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara without a car is to bus which takes 7h 43m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 4000.

How long does it take to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Kalutara bus from?

Batticaloa to Kalutara bus services, operated by Superline Travels, depart from Batticaloa station.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Kalutara train from?

Batticaloa to Kalutara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Batticaloa station.

Train or bus from Batticaloa to Kalutara?

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara is to bus which takes 7h 43m and costs Rs. 3300 - Rs. 4000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Batticaloa to Kalutara bus arrive?

Batticaloa to Kalutara bus services, operated by Superline Travels, arrive at Dambulla station.

Where does the Batticaloa to Kalutara train arrive?

Batticaloa to Kalutara train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Maradana station.

Can I drive from Batticaloa to Kalutara?

Yes, the driving distance between Batticaloa to Kalutara is 328 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Batticaloa to Kalutara.

Where can I stay near Kalutara?

There are 808+ hotels available in Kalutara.

Batticaloa to Kalutara - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Batticaloa to Kalutara by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)plane BTC - CMB
2. Take the taxi from Colombo-Airport-CMB to Kalutarataxi
1h 49m
Rs 31,329–115,389
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Batticaloa to Maradanatrain Batticaloa
2. Take the train from Maradana to Kalutara Southtrain Maradana
9h 10m
Rs 2,579–6,175
Bus
1. Take the bus from Batticaloa to Dambullabus Kalmunai
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kalutarabus
7h 43m
Rs 3,365–3,939
Drive 328.1 km
1. Drive from Batticaloa to Kalutaracar 328.1 km
5h 37m
Rs 14,751–21,307
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Batticaloa to Kalutarataxi 328.1 km
5h 37m
Rs 16,000–20,000

Batticaloa to Kalutara by train

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Distance: 282.3 km
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Batticaloa, Sri Lanka and Kalutara, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Batticaloa to Kalutara via Dambulla in around 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Batticaloa to Kalutara South via Maradana in around 9h 10m.

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