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

The cheapest way to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle is to train which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 4100 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle is to fly and taxi which takes 1h 42m and costs Rs. 28000 - Rs. 110000.

Is there a direct bus between Batticaloa and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct bus from Batticaloa to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Polgahawela via Dambulla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Batticaloa and Kegalle?

No, there is no direct train from Batticaloa to Kegalle. However, there are services departing from Batticaloa and arriving at Polgahawela via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Batticaloa to Kegalle?

The distance between Batticaloa and Kegalle is 272 km. The road distance is 235.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle without a car is to bus which takes 5h 38m and costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 4700.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Kegalle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Batticaloa to Kegalle train from?

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

Train or bus from Batticaloa to Kegalle?

The best way to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle is to bus which takes 5h 38m and costs Rs. 4000 - Rs. 4700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 2000 - Rs. 4100 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Batticaloa to Kegalle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Batticaloa to Kegalle train arrive?

Batticaloa to Kegalle train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Polgahawela station.

Can I drive from Batticaloa to Kegalle?

Yes, the driving distance between Batticaloa to Kegalle is 235 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Batticaloa to Kegalle.

Where can I stay near Kegalle?

There are 118+ hotels available in Kegalle.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Batticaloa to Kegalle 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 Kegalletaxi
1h 42m
Rs 28,329–106,389
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Batticaloa to Polgahawelatrain Batticaloa
6h 14m
Rs 2,079–4,080
Bus
1. Take the bus from Batticaloa to Dambullabus Kalmunai
2. Take the bus from Dambulla to Polgahawelabus
5h 38m
Rs 4,015–4,689
Drive 235.3 km
1. Drive from Batticaloa to Kegallecar 235.3 km
4h 23m
Rs 10,670–15,413
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Batticaloa to Kegalletaxi 235.3 km
4h 23m
Rs 11,000–14,000

Batticaloa Airport (BTC) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) flights

21Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

Rs 11,680Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271.8 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Batticaloa to Kegalle via Dambulla and Polgahawela in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Batticaloa to Polgahawela 3 times a day. Tickets cost Rs 1,300–3,200 and the journey takes 6h 1m.

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