What is the cheapest way to get from Galle Fort to Bentota?

The cheapest way to get from Galle Fort to Bentota is to bus which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1100 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle Fort to Bentota?

The fastest way to get from Galle Fort to Bentota is to drive which takes 57 min and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3700.

Is there a direct bus between Galle Fort and Bentota?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Galle and arriving at Aluthgama. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Galle Fort and Bentota?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Galle and arriving at Bentota. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Galle Fort to Bentota?

The distance between Galle Fort and Bentota is 54 km. The road distance is 56.5 km.

How do I travel from Galle Fort to Bentota without a car?

The best way to get from Galle Fort to Bentota without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2900.

How long does it take to get from Galle Fort to Bentota?

The train from Galle to Bentota takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Galle Fort to Bentota bus from?

Galle Fort to Bentota bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, depart from Galle station.

Where do I catch the Galle Fort to Bentota train from?

Galle Fort to Bentota train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Galle station.

Train or bus from Galle Fort to Bentota?

The best way to get from Galle Fort to Bentota is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs Rs. 1200 - Rs. 2900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs Rs. 800 - Rs. 1100 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Galle Fort to Bentota bus arrive?

Galle Fort to Bentota bus services, operated by Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT, arrive at Aluthgama station.

Where does the Galle Fort to Bentota train arrive?

Galle Fort to Bentota train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Bentota station.

Can I drive from Galle Fort to Bentota?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle Fort to Bentota is 57 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Galle Fort to Bentota.

Where can I stay near Bentota?

There are 905+ hotels available in Bentota.

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There are 4 ways to get from Galle Fort to Bentota by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Galle to Bentotatrain Beliatta
1h 19m
Rs 1,200–2,900
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galle to Aluthgamabus
1h 19m
Rs 800–1,100
Drive 56.5 km
1. Drive from Galle Fort to Bentotacar 56.5 km
57 min
Rs 2,556–3,692
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle Fort to Bentotataxi 56.5 km
57 min
Rs 17,000–21,000

Galle Fort to Bentota by foot and train

14Weekly Services

1h 19mAverage Duration

Rs 1,200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.5 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Galle Fort, Sri Lanka and Bentota, Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka Railways operates a train from Galle to Bentota twice daily. Tickets cost Rs 1,200–2,900 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, Sri Lanka Transport Board - SLTB ICT operates a bus from Galle to Aluthgama once daily. Tickets cost Rs 800–1,100 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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