What is the cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Galle?

The cheapest way to get from Dambulla to Galle is to bus via Dambulla which costs Rs. 1300 - Rs. 1700 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dambulla to Galle?

The fastest way to get from Dambulla to Galle is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs Rs. 19000 - Rs. 100000.

Is there a direct bus between Dambulla and Galle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dambulla and arriving at Galle. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Dambulla to Galle?

The distance between Dambulla and Galle is 253 km. The road distance is 253.3 km.

How do I travel from Dambulla to Galle without a car?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Galle without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3100.

How long does it take to get from Dambulla to Galle?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Dambulla to Galle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dambulla to Galle bus from?

Dambulla to Galle bus services, operated by NCG Express, depart from Dambulla station.

Bus or fly from Dambulla to Galle?

The best way to get from Dambulla to Galle is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs Rs. 19000 - Rs. 100000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 2800 - Rs. 3100 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Dambulla to Galle bus arrive?

Dambulla to Galle bus services, operated by NCG Express, arrive at Kadawatha station.

Can I drive from Dambulla to Galle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dambulla to Galle is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Dambulla to Galle.

Where can I stay near Galle?

There are 3711+ hotels available in Galle.

Dambulla to Galle - 9 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 9 ways to get from Dambulla to Galle by plane, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly Sigiriya Airport to Koggala
best
1. Fly from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Koggala (KCT)plane GIU - KCT
2h 6m
Rs 18,980–98,658
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Gallebus
5h 19m
Rs 950–1,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kadawathabus
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Galle Bus Stationbus Kadawatha
4h 30m
Rs 2,864–3,085
Drive 253.3 km
1. Drive from Dambulla to Gallecar 253.3 km
3h 31m
Rs 11,366–16,417
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dambulla to Galletaxi 253.3 km
3h 31m
Rs 27,000–33,000
Taxi to Kandy, fly to Koggala
1. Take the taxi from Dambulla to Kandy (KDW)taxi
2. Fly from Kandy (KDW) to Koggala (KCT)plane KDW - KCT
2h 23m
Rs 21,533–102,857
Taxi to Bandaranaike International Airport, fly to Koggala
1. Take the taxi from Dambulla to Colombo-Airport-CMBtaxi
2. Fly from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Koggala (KCT)plane CMB - KCT
3h 30m
Rs 56,167–169,061
Fly Sigiriya Airport to Weerawila International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Weerawila International Airport (WRZ)plane GIU - WRZ
2. Take the taxi from Weerawila International Airport (WRZ) to Galletaxi
3h 2m
Rs 25,980–109,158
Bus via Dambulla
1. Take the bus from Dambulla to Kadawathabus
2. Take the bus from Kadawatha to Galle Bus Stationbus Kadawatha
4h 36m
Rs 1,310–1,644

Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Koggala (KCT) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 30mAverage Duration

Rs 12,245Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.3 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Dambulla, Sri Lanka and Galle, Sri Lanka?

Cinnamon Air flies from Sigiriya Airport (GIU) to Koggala (KCT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dambulla to Galle Bus Station via Kadawatha in around 4h 30m.

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