What is the cheapest way to get from Galle to Hali-Ela?

The cheapest way to get from Galle to Hali-Ela is to bus which costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3200 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Galle to Hali-Ela?

The fastest way to get from Galle to Hali-Ela is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs Rs. 9500 - Rs. 14000.

Is there a direct bus between Galle and Hali-Ela?

No, there is no direct bus from Galle station to Hali-Ela. However, there are services departing from Galle Bus Station and arriving at Hali-Ela via Makabura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Galle and Hali-Ela?

No, there is no direct train from Galle to Hali-Ela. However, there are services departing from Galle and arriving at Haliela via Fort Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Galle to Hali-Ela?

The distance between Galle and Hali-Ela is 308 km. The road distance is 212.7 km.

How do I travel from Galle to Hali-Ela without a car?

The best way to get from Galle to Hali-Ela without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3200.

How long does it take to get from Galle to Hali-Ela?

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Galle to Hali-Ela, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galle to Hali-Ela bus from?

Galle to Hali-Ela bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, depart from Galle Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Galle to Hali-Ela train from?

Galle to Hali-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, depart from Galle station.

Train or bus from Galle to Hali-Ela?

The best way to get from Galle to Hali-Ela is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs Rs. 2500 - Rs. 3200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs Rs. 1500 - Rs. 6500 and takes 12h 45m.

Where does the Galle to Hali-Ela bus arrive?

Galle to Hali-Ela bus services, operated by National Transport Commission, arrive at Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center station.

Where does the Galle to Hali-Ela train arrive?

Galle to Hali-Ela train services, operated by Sri Lanka Railways, arrive at Fort Station.

Can I drive from Galle to Hali-Ela?

Yes, the driving distance between Galle to Hali-Ela is 213 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Galle to Hali-Ela.

Where can I stay near Hali-Ela?

There are 1496+ hotels available in Hali-Ela.

Galle to Hali-Ela - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Galle to Hali-Ela by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Galle Bus Station to Makumbra Multimodal Transport Centerbus Galle
2. Take the bus from Makabura to Hali-Elabus Colombo-Passara
8h 15m
Rs 2,576–3,109
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Galle to Fort Stationtrain Beliatta
2. Take the train from Fort Station to Halielatrain Colombo
12h 45m
Rs 1,500–6,166
Drive 212.7 km
1. Drive from Galle to Hali-Elacar 212.7 km
3h 5m
Rs 9,506–13,731
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Galle to Hali-Elataxi 212.7 km
3h 5m
Rs 23,000–28,000

Galle to Hali-Ela by train

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12h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 307.8 km
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Galle, Sri Lanka and Hali-Ela, Sri Lanka?

You can take a bus from Galle Bus Station to Hali-Ela via Makumbra Multimodal Transport Center and Makabura in around 8h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Galle to Haliela via Fort Station in around 12h 45m.

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